Biomolecular complex viewed by dynamic nuclear polarization solid-state NMR spectroscopy.
 

Biomolecular complex viewed by dynamic nuclear polarization solid-state NMR spectroscopy.

Related Articles Biomolecular complex viewed by dynamic nuclear polarization solid-state NMR spectroscopy.

Biochem Soc Trans. 2020 May 07;:

Authors: Chakraborty A, Deligey F, Quach J, Mentink-Vigier F, Wang P, Wang T

Abstract
Solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (ssNMR) is an indispensable tool for elucidating the structure and dynamics of insoluble and non-crystalline biomolecules. The recent advances in the sensitivity-enhancing technique magic-angle spinning dynamic nuclear polarization (MAS-DNP) have substantially expanded the territory of ssNMR investigations and enabled the detection of polymer interfaces in a cellular environment. This article highlights the emerging MAS-DNP approaches and their applications to the analysis of biomolecular composites and intact cells to determine the folding pathway and ligand binding of proteins, the structural polymorphism of low-populated biopolymers, as well as the physical interactions between carbohydrates, proteins, and lignin. These structural features provide an atomic-level understanding of many cellular processes, promoting the development of better biomaterials and inhibitors. It is anticipated that the capabilities of MAS-DNP in biomolecular and biomaterial research will be further enlarged by the rapid development of instrumentation and methodology.


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