Ribosome profiling

Ribosome profiling is a scientific technique used to study how cells produce proteins. It involves capturing and analyzing the small fragments of messenger RNA (mRNA) that are actively being translated by ribosomes, the cell’s protein-making machines. By sequencing these fragments, researchers can pinpoint exactly which parts of the mRNA are involved in protein synthesis and how efficiently proteins are being made. This provides detailed insights into gene activity and regulation at a high resolution, helping scientists understand cell behavior, responses, and disease processes more precisely.