Flagella
Bacterial
Flagella
Filaments and Assembly
Assembly of filamentous proteins is needed for the cytoskeleton, cell motility and macromolecular structures like flagella and hair. ​
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These models slot together from either side to allow students to assemble flagella filaments themselves.
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We have used these models to describe:
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Intermolecular forces allowing protein quaternary structure
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Macromolecular flexibility
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Filament assembly
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Filament capping
Where's the data?
Want to know if using 3D models is effective? We did too. Check out our peer-reviewed publication here.
The Models
Two models
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Flagella filament base model
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Flagellin monomer model
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All model files provided are to scale and are models of the flagella filament surface. Use caution when printing from .stl files, which are dimensionless.
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For classroom purposes, we recommend printing in two colors, then mixing and matching as pictured.
Model design: Brandon Lasalle
Flagella Filament Base
Opens a UNL Digital Commons page with download files at the bottom. Two versions available: .blend and .stl
Note that these models were designed to be printed on an SLS printer. Printers with support material may also work.
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Print Filament Base at Shapeways
No 3D printer? Print models with a professional service, they ship to your door.
Model design: Brandon Lasalle
Flagellin monomer
Opens a UNL Digital Commons page with download files at the bottom. Two versions available: .blend and .stl
Note that these models were designed to be printed on an SLS printer. Printers with support material may also work.
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Print Flagellin monomer at Shapeways
No 3D printer? Print models with a professional service, they ship to your door.
Model design: Brandon Lasalle