Landscape of the hnRNP K protein-protein interactome

Proteomics. 2006 Apr;6(8):2395-406. doi: 10.1002/pmic.200500632.

Abstract

The heterogeneous nuclear ribonucleoprotein K is an ancient RNA/DNA-binding protein that is involved in multiple processes that compose gene expression. The pleiotropic action of K protein reflects its ability to interact with different classes of factors, interactions that are regulated by extracellular signals. We used affinity purification and MS to better define the repertoire of K protein partners. We identified a large number of new K protein partners, some typically found in subcellular compartments, such as plasma membrane, where K protein has not previously been seen. Electron microscopy showed K protein in the nucleus, cytoplasm, mitochondria, and in vicinity of plasma membrane. These observations greatly expanded the view of the landscape of K protein-protein interaction and provide new opportunities to explore signal transduction and gene expression in several subcellular compartments.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Carcinoma, Hepatocellular / metabolism
  • Cell Line, Tumor
  • Cell Membrane / metabolism
  • Heterogeneous-Nuclear Ribonucleoprotein K / chemistry*
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Liver Neoplasms / pathology
  • Mass Spectrometry / methods
  • Protein Interaction Mapping
  • Proteomics / methods*
  • Rats
  • Signal Transduction
  • Subcellular Fractions

Substances

  • Heterogeneous-Nuclear Ribonucleoprotein K