scholarly journals A red-NIR fluorescent dye detecting nuclear DNA G-quadruplexes: in vitro analysis and cell imaging

2017 ◽  
Vol 53 (14) ◽  
pp. 2268-2271 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Doria ◽  
M. Nadai ◽  
M. Zuffo ◽  
R. Perrone ◽  
M. Freccero ◽  
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Light-up of nuclear G-quadruplex DNA in cells by an aggregating and red/NIR emitting dye.

2015 ◽  
Vol 51 (14) ◽  
pp. 2964-2967 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bruno Pagano ◽  
Luigi Margarucci ◽  
Pasquale Zizza ◽  
Jussara Amato ◽  
Nunzia Iaccarino ◽  
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Starting from a chemoproteomic-driven approach, novel human telomeric G-quadruplex binding proteins were identified that directly bind the DNA structure in vitro and colocalize with such structures in cells.


2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Efres Belmonte-Reche ◽  
Juan Carlos Morales

Abstract We present G4-iM Grinder, a system for the localization, characterization and selection of potential G4s, i-Motifs and higher order structures. A robust and highly adaptable search engine identifies all structures that fit the user’s quadruplex definitions. Their biological relevance, in vitro formation probability and presence of known-to-form structures are then used as filters. The outcome is an efficient methodology that helps select the best candidates for a subsequent in vitro analysis or a macroscopic genomic quadruplex assessment. As proof of the analytical capabilities of G4-iM Grinder, the human genome was analyzed for potential G4s and i-Motifs. Many known-to-form structures were identified. New candidates were selected considering their score and appearance frequency. We also focused on locating Potential Higher Order Quadruplex Sequences (PHOQS). We developed a new methodology to predict the most probable subunits of these assemblies and applied it to a PHOQS candidate. Taking the human average density as reference, we examined the genomes of several etiological causes of disease. This first of its class comparative study found many organisms to be very dense in these potential quadruplexes. Many presented already known-to-form-G4s and i-Motifs. These findings suggest the potential quadruplexes have as therapeutic targets for these diseases that currently kill millions worldwide.


Author(s):  
R.A. Milligan ◽  
P.N.T. Unwin

A detailed understanding of the mechanism of protein synthesis will ultimately depend on knowledge of the native structure of the ribosome. Towards this end we have investigated the low resolution structure of the eukaryotic ribosome embedded in frozen buffer, making use of a system in which the ribosomes crystallize naturally.The ribosomes in the cells of early chicken embryos form crystalline arrays when the embryos are cooled at 4°C. We have developed methods to isolate the stable unit of these arrays, the ribosome tetramer, and have determined conditions for the growth of two-dimensional crystals in vitro, Analysis of the proteins in the crystals by 2-D gel electrophoresis demonstrates the presence of all ribosomal proteins normally found in polysomes. There are in addition, four proteins which may facilitate crystallization. The crystals are built from two oppositely facing P4 layers and the predominant crystal form, accounting for >80% of the crystals, has the tetragonal space group P4212, X-ray diffraction of crystal pellets demonstrates that crystalline order extends to ~ 60Å.


2005 ◽  
Vol 173 (4S) ◽  
pp. 315-316
Author(s):  
Kari Hendlin ◽  
Brynn Lund ◽  
Manoj Monga

1999 ◽  
Vol 81 (06) ◽  
pp. 951-956 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Corral ◽  
R. González-Conejero ◽  
J. Rivera ◽  
F. Ortuño ◽  
P. Aparicio ◽  
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SummaryThe variability of the platelet GP Ia/IIa density has been associated with the 807 C/T polymorphism (Phe 224) of the GP Ia gene in American Caucasian population. We have investigated the genotype and allelic frequencies of this polymorphism in Spanish Caucasians. The T allele was found in 35% of the 284 blood donors analyzed. We confirmed in 159 healthy subjects a significant association between the 807 C/T polymorphism and the platelet GP Ia density. The T allele correlated with high number of GP Ia molecules on platelet surface. In addition, we observed a similar association of this polymorphism with the expression of this protein in other blood cell types. The platelet responsiveness to collagen was determined by “in vitro” analysis of the platelet activation and aggregation response. We found no significant differences in these functional platelet parameters according to the 807 C/T genotype. Finally, results from 3 case/control studies involving 302 consecutive patients (101 with coronary heart disease, 104 with cerebrovascular disease and 97 with deep venous thrombosis) determined that the 807 C/T polymorphism of the GP Ia gene does not represent a risk factor for arterial or venous thrombosis.


2018 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chaitra Venugopal ◽  
Christopher Shamir ◽  
Sivapriya Senthilkumar ◽  
Janitri Venkatachala Babu ◽  
Peedikayil Kurien Sonu ◽  
...  

Author(s):  
SHREYASHI M ◽  
SULAGNA D ◽  
SANKARI D ◽  
THIRUMURUGAN D ◽  
INFANT SANTHOSE B ◽  
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