Coding
Part:BBa_K1499400
Designed by: Ian Hull Group: iGEM14_StanfordBrownSpelman (2014-10-09)
Chitin-binding wasp protein 1 (PdomMRNAr1.2-03231.1)
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Usage and Biology
Paper wasps of the genus Polistes are well known for their ability to construct nests made out of a tough, fibrous paper-like material. Studies have shown that the wasps build these nests by collecting cellulose from plants in the environment, chewing it up, and mixing with a protein-rich oral secretion that helps strengthen and cement the cellulose into nest paper. Interestingly, these nests are also hydrophobic, which leads us to believe there may be a single protein in wasp saliva responsible for coating and waterproofing the nest paper.
Sequence and Features
Assembly Compatibility:
- 10COMPATIBLE WITH RFC[10]
- 12COMPATIBLE WITH RFC[12]
- 21COMPATIBLE WITH RFC[21]
- 23COMPATIBLE WITH RFC[23]
- 25INCOMPATIBLE WITH RFC[25]Illegal NgoMIV site found at 143
- 1000COMPATIBLE WITH RFC[1000]
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