RCSB PDB

The RCSB PDB (Research Collaboratory for Structural Bioinformatics Protein Data Bank) is a global database that collects and shares information about the 3D structures of proteins and other biological macromolecules. Scientists use X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, and other techniques to determine these structures, which are essential for understanding how proteins function in living organisms. The database allows researchers to access this information for studies in biology, medicine, and drug development, thereby advancing our knowledge of life sciences and enabling innovations in healthcare.