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ASBMB journals

The ASBMB's three prestigious journals offer a platform for your research with the benefit of editorial feedback, fast turnaround and open access.

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Journal of Biological Chemistry

JBC publishes high-quality science that seeks to elucidate the molecular and cellular basis of biological processes.

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Molecular & Cellular Proteomics

MCP showcases cutting-edge advances in proteomics, metabolomics and bioinformatics.

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Journal of Lipid Research

JLR is the most cited journal devoted to lipids in the world, focusing on the science of lipids in health and disease.

ASBMB Today
Butter, olive oil, coconut oil — what to choose?

Butter, olive oil, coconut oil — what to choose?

By Seema Nath

Depending on the chain length and origin of the fat, regular fat consumption changes the specific makeup of fats in bloodstream and affect mild to severe cholesterol patterns. Read about this recent Journal of Lipid Research study.

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Virtual conference

Nucleophilic proteases: Structure, function, regulation and disease

June 20–21 | Virtual

Virtual conference highlighting key studies on serine, threonine and cysteine proteases, covering biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, drug discovery, and their roles in diverse physiological and pathological processes. Submit your abstract by May 31.

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Evolution and core processes in gene expression

Evolution and core processes in gene expression

June 26–29 | Fresh perspectives from experts in different fields will provide a deeper understanding of core life processes from a gene expression, developmental and evolutionary perspective. Register by June 3. More

O-GlcNAcylation in health and disease

O-GlcNAcylation in health and disease

July 10–13 | Join experts from around the world to discuss the O-GlcNAc cycling enzymes and the O-GlcNAc modification in modulating protein function in basic biological processes as well as in disease states. Submit your abstract by May 23. More