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Visualizing GPCR 'Megaplexes' Which Enable Sustained Intracellular Signaling.

Authors :
Marshall FH
Source :
Trends in biochemical sciences [Trends Biochem Sci] 2016 Dec; Vol. 41 (12), pp. 985-986. Date of Electronic Publication: 2016 Nov 04.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

A range of cutting-edge techniques have been employed to visualize 'megaplexes' consisting of a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) bound to β-arrestin in intracellular endosomes following agonist-induced internalization. Surprisingly, the complex includes simultaneous binding of the heterotrimeric G protein, which retains full functional activity and supports sustained signaling from within the cell.<br /> (Copyright © 2016 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0968-0004
Volume :
41
Issue :
12
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Trends in biochemical sciences
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
27825513
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tibs.2016.10.006