GFP label

GFP is composed of a barrel of beta sheets and a light-emitting chromophore within.  By teaming up with aequorin (which glows blue), GFP produces the eery green light that jellyfish are known for.  GFP has found many uses, from fluorescent microscopy to those creepy glow-in-the-dark cats.

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