Jean‐Claude Pernollet
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Jean‑Claude Pernollet is a leading structural biologist whose research centers on insect olfaction, specifically the molecular mechanisms of pheromone-binding proteins (PBPs). His work has been instrumental in deciphering how these small helical proteins (13–17 kDa) transport pheromones from the sensillar lymph to olfactory receptors, a critical step in insect chemical communication. Among his notable contributions is the optimization of crystal growth from nanodrops, which enabled the first crystallographic study of a PBP from the honeybee *Apis mellifera* L. (Amel‑ASP1), a landmark achievement published in 2003 that has garnered 20 citations. This work laid the foundation for understanding the structural basis of pheromone recognition in social insects. Pernollet’s research has broad implications for pest management and the development of biosensors, and his methodological innovations in protein crystallization continue to influence the field. His sustained impact is reflected in the citation record of his most-cited papers, which underscore his role in advancing the structural biology of insect chemoreception.
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