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Structure of FKBP12.6 in complex with rapamycin
C C Deivanayagam1, M Carson, A Thotakura
1Center for Macromolecular Crystallography, School of Optometry, 250 BHSB, 1918 University Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35294--0005, USA.
Summary
FKBP12.6, a novel protein, binds cardiac ryanodine receptors (RyR2). Its crystal structure reveals unique helical displacements compared to FKBP12, offering insights into RyR2 binding specificity.
Area of Science:
- Structural Biology
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Cardiology
Background:
- FKBP12.6 is an emerging FKBP12 isoform with selective binding to the cardiac ryanodine receptor (RyR2).
- Understanding the structural basis of FKBP12.6 interaction with RyR2 is crucial for cardiac function research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the crystal structure of FKBP12.6 in complex with rapamycin.
- To elucidate the structural differences between FKBP12.6 and FKBP12.
- To identify residues responsible for FKBP12.6's specificity towards RyR2.
Main Methods:
- X-ray crystallography at 2.0 Å resolution.
- Structural comparison between FKBP12.6 and FKBP12.
- Analysis of protein-ligand interactions.
Main Results:
- The crystal structure of FKBP12.6-rapamycin complex was successfully determined.
- FKBP12.6 and FKBP12 share highly similar structures.
- A distinct displacement in the helical region of FKBP12.6 towards the hydrophobic pocket was observed, unpredicted by homology modeling.
- Key residues conferring RyR2-binding specificity were identified.
Conclusions:
- The determined crystal structure provides novel insights into FKBP12.6's unique structural features.
- The observed helical displacement is a critical determinant of FKBP12.6's interaction with RyR2.
- These findings advance the understanding of FKBP12.6's role in cardiac physiology and disease.