Macromolecular crystal annealing: evaluation of techniques and variables

Acta Crystallogr D Biol Crystallogr. 1999 Jul;55(Pt 7):1329-34. doi: 10.1107/s0907444999005442.

Abstract

Additional examples of successful application of macromolecular crystal annealing are presented. A qualitative evaluation of variables related to the annealing process was conducted using a variety of macromolecular crystals to determine in which cases parameters may be varied and in which cases the original macromolecular crystal annealing protocol is preferred. A hypothesis is presented relating the solvent content of the crystal to the specific protocol necessary for the successful application of annealing.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Evaluation Studies as Topic
  • Proteins / chemistry*

Substances

  • Proteins