Protein crystallization (IMAGE) Massachusetts Institute of Technology Caption In this time-lapse video, protein crystals form more rapidly on nanoparticles functionalized with molecules called bioconjugates (top). The nanoparticles at the bottom do not have the bioconjugate molecules. Credit MIT Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. No derivatives or adaptations of the work are permitted. License CC BY-ND Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.