C. D. Keating

RNA folding studies inside peptide-rich droplets reveal roles of modified nucleosides at the origin of life

The paper shows that RNA folds into native structures in protocell models, and this is enhanced by covalent modifications, suggesting a role in early life processes.

Phase-specific RNA accumulation and duplex thermodynamics in multiphase coacervate models for membraneless organelles

This study investigates RNA behavior in multiphase coacervate models, showing phase-specific RNA interactions and duplex stability changes without requiring specific RNA binding sites or full-length proteins.

Phospholipid membrane formation templated by coacervatedroplets

This paper demonstrates the formation of phospholipid membranes templated by coacervate droplets, resulting in uniform, macromolecularly crowded artificial cells with potential applications in biotechnology and prebiotic research.

Prebiotically-relevant low polyion multivalency can improve functionality of membraneless compartments

This study shows that low multivalency polyions form effective membraneless compartments that enhance RNA function and create distinct microenvironments.