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A novel bacterial magnetosome system efficiently displays major histocompatibility complex class II (MHC II) and human leukocyte antigen DM (HLA-DM) for improved antigen discovery. This scalable platform enhances peptide binding and offers a cost-effective alternative for vaccine development.

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  • Biotechnology
  • Immunology
  • Microbial Engineering

Background:

  • Efficient identification of antigenic peptides binding to MHC II is vital for vaccine and therapeutic development.
  • Mammalian expression systems face limitations in cost and scalability for stable peptide exchange.
  • High-throughput screening of MHC II-peptide interactions is a bottleneck in antigen discovery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a bacterial magnetosome surface display system for co-expressing MHC II and HLA-DM.
  • To enhance MHC II stabilization, immobilization, and functional peptide loading.
  • To provide a scalable and cost-effective alternative to mammalian expression systems for antigen discovery.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized *Magnetospirillum magneticum* to create a magnetosome surface display system.
  • Co-expressed MHC II and HLA-DM on magnetosome surfaces using cohesin-dockerin interactions.
  • Assessed peptide loading efficiency using an influenza-derived epitope (HA₃₀₆-₃₁₈).

Main Results:

  • Achieved spatial co-localization of MHC II and HLA-DM on magnetosomes, enhancing stabilization and immobilization.
  • Demonstrated improved functional MHC II peptide loading and binding affinity.
  • Provided structural insights into HLA-DM's role in stabilizing MHC II and facilitating peptide loading.

Conclusions:

  • The bacterial magnetosome system offers a robust platform for high-throughput antigen discovery.
  • This system enhances functional peptide loading and stability, overcoming limitations of mammalian systems.
  • It represents a promising tool for rational vaccine design and immunotherapy development.