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Luminescence and binding studies on tRNA-Phe.

J Eisinger, B Feuer, T Yamane

    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America
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    Base Y fluorescence in yeast phenylalanine transfer RNA (tRNA(Phe)) reveals Mg(2+)-dependent conformational changes in the anticodon loop and binding interactions with codon triplets.

    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Molecular Biology
    • Spectroscopy

    Background:

    • Baker's yeast phenylalanine transfer RNA (tRNA(Phe)) contains a unique base Y adjacent to the anticodon.
    • Base Y exhibits fluorescence at room temperature, offering a tool to study tRNA(Phe) structure and function.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the conformational and binding properties of tRNA(Phe) using the fluorescence of base Y.
    • To explore the influence of magnesium ions (Mg2+) and codon binding on tRNA(Phe) structure.

    Main Methods:

    • Fluorescence spectroscopy of base Y within intact tRNA(Phe) and in isolation (Y+).
    • Measurements of quantum yield (phiF), emission maxima (lambda(max)), and solvent isotope effects.
    • Temperature-dependent fluorescence studies and binding assays with synthetic codon analogues (uridylate and cytidylate).

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    Main Results:

    • Fluorescence quantum yield (phiF) is dependent on Mg(2+) concentration, indicating anticodon loop conformational changes.
    • Base Y fluorescence is red-shifted in intact tRNA(Phe) compared to isolated Y+, suggesting a hydrophobic environment.
    • Binding of codon triplets (uridylate) to tRNA(Phe) induces a blue shift and decreased phiF, enabling association constant determination.

    Conclusions:

    • Base Y fluorescence is a sensitive probe for Mg(2+)-induced conformational dynamics in the tRNA(Phe) anticodon loop.
    • The study quantifies the formation of a binary complex between tRNA(Phe) anticodon and codon triplets, dependent on Mg(2+).
    • These findings provide insights into the molecular mechanisms of codon-anticodon recognition in protein synthesis.