Biomol NMR Assign
December 2024
The nucleocapsid (N) protein of SARS-CoV-2 is a multifunctional protein involved in nucleocapsid assembly and various regulatory functions. It is the most abundant protein during viral infection. Its functionality is closely related to its structure, which comprises two globular domains, the N-terminal domain (NTD) and the C-terminal domain (CTD), flanked by intrinsically disordered regions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNitric oxide (NO) is a free radical with a signaling capacity. Its cellular functions are achieved mainly through where thioredoxin (hTrx) is pivotal in the S-transnitrosation to specific cellular targets. In this study, we use NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry to follow the mechanism of S-(trans)nitrosation of hTrx.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn this review, we briefly describe a theoretical discussion of protein folding, presenting the relative contribution of the hydrophobic effect versus the stabilization of proteins direct surface forces that sometimes may be overlooked. We present NMR-based studies showing the stability of proteins lacking a hydrophobic core which in turn present hydrophobic surface clusters, such as plant defensins. Protein dynamics measurements by NMR are the key feature to understand these dynamic surface clusters.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThioredoxins are ubiquitous and conserved small proteins. The redox-active site is composed of highly conserved Cys32 and Cys35. In higher eukaryotes, thioredoxin evolved to a gain of function in nitrosative control, with 3 extra cysteines, Cys62, Cys69, and Cys73.
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