"Conformational changes" refer to the alterations in the shape or structure of a molecule, typically a protein, due to various factors or interactions. These changes can be crucial for the molecule to perform its function properly. Full definition
We see manifold applications, such as studies of conformational changes in amyloid structures on the molecular level, the mapping of nanoscale protein modifications in biomedical tissue or the label - free mapping of membrane proteins. (sciencedaily.com)
a software suite for the modelling of large conformational changes of 3 - D protein structures under the constraint of a low resolution electron density map. (sbgrid.org)
Because AdipoR1 also catalyzed ceramidase at the behest of adiponectin, the data suggest that these receptors undergo conformational changes during the catalytic process. (sbgrid.org)