Abstract
Antifreeze protein (AFP) is an extraordinary
bio-molecule that specifically binds to the surface of an
ice crystal to inhibit its growth below 0 C, and also to
the membrane surface of a cell to improve its viability
above 0 C. Based on our knowledge about the
biochemical/biophysical properties as well as the
structure-function relationships of various AFPs, we are
trying to develop new AFP-technologies applicable from
industry to medical fields.
