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Stabilizing Effect of Zn2+ in Native Bovine Rhodopsin.
- Source :
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Journal of Biological Chemistry . 4/13/2007, Vol. 282 Issue 15, p11377-11385. 9p. - Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- Single-molecule force spectroscopy (SMFS) is a powerful tool to dissect molecular interactions that govern the stability and function of proteins. We applied SMFS to understand the effect of Zn2+ on the molecular interactions underlying the structure of rhodopsin. Force-distance curves obtained from SMFS assays revealed the strength and location of molecular interactions that stabilize structural segments within this receptor. The inclusion of ZnCl2 in SMFS assay buffer increased the stability of most structural segments. This effect was not mimicked by CaCl2, CdCl2, or CoCl2. Thus, Zn2+ stabilizes the structure of rhodopsin in a specific manner. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00219258
- Volume :
- 282
- Issue :
- 15
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Biological Chemistry
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 25077220
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1074/jbc.M610341200