X-ray diffraction study of Dead Sea Scrolls

Preliminary X-ray diffraction studies on 2 Fe-ferredoxin from Halobacterium of the Dead Sea.

The unusual property of halophilic proteins to withstand high concentrations of salt, and in some cases the requirement of salt to maintain their conformation (Werber et al., 1978a), has prompted us to study their three-dimensional structure. Recently, a 2 Fe-ferredoxin has been isolated and purified from Halobacterium of the Dead Sea (Werber & Mevarech, 1978a), and other species of Halobacteri...

Non-destructive Investigation of the Dead Sea Scrolls

The Dead Sea Scrolls belong to the most important cultural assets of mankind. Their long term preservation and study is a challenge that demands an interdisciplinary approach. As early as the 1950s natural scientists assisted the scholars in studying the scrolls. It was at this time that the first extensive study of the scroll material took place. It was found that most fragments were written n...

The Theme of Apocalyptic War in the Dead Sea Scrolls

The theme of apocalyptic war was widely developed in Qumran literature. The main source of information about the apocalyptic war can be found in lQM, whch Sukenrk named "The War of the Sons of Light against the Sons of Darkness."' According to Paolo Sacchi, "The word 'apocalyptic' is a modern invention, deriving from the wish to conceptualize the field of research on the affinities between the ...

Detection of breast cancer using non-invasive X-ray diffraction technique of hair: A preliminary study

Background: An early diagnosis of breast cancer relates directly to an accurate treatment plan and strategy. Early detection of breast cancer before its development would be a significant reduction of morbidity and mortality rates. The aim of this preliminary study is to investigate the sensitivity of Wide Angle X-ray diffraction (WAXRD) method on women hair samples of healthy and breast cancer...

Frank Moore Cross’s Contribution to the Study of the Dead Sea Scrolls