Park, K., Shen, B. W., Parmeggiani, F. ![]() |
Abstract
Shape complementarity is an important component of molecular recognition, and the ability to precisely adjust the shape of a binding scaffold to match a target of interest would greatly facilitate the creation of high-affinity protein reagents and therapeutics. Here we describe a general approach to control the shape of the binding surface on repeat-protein scaffolds and apply it to leucine-rich-repeat proteins. First, self-compatible building-block modules are designed that, when polymerized, generate surfaces with unique but constant curvatures. Second, a set of junction modules that connect the different building blocks are designed. Finally, new proteins with custom-designed shapes are generated by appropriately combining building-block and junction modules. Crystal structures of the designs illustrate the power of the approach in controlling repeat-protein curvature.
Item Type: | Article |
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Date Type: | Publication |
Status: | Published |
Schools: | Pharmacy |
Publisher: | Nature Publishing Group |
ISSN: | 1545-9993 |
Last Modified: | 18 Oct 2024 09:40 |
URI: | https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/172218 |
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