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Bidirectional protein-protein interactions control liquid-liquid phase separation of PSD-95 and its interaction partners

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  • Nikolaj Riis Christensen, Københavns Universitet
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  • Christian Parsbæk Pedersen, Københavns Universitet
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  • Vita Sereikaite, Københavns Universitet
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  • Jannik Nedergaard Pedersen
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  • Maria Vistrup-Parry, Københavns Universitet
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  • Andreas Toft Sørensen, Københavns Universitet
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  • Daniel Otzen
  • Kaare Teilum, Københavns Universitet
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  • Kenneth Lindegaard Madsen, Københavns Universitet
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  • Kristian Strømgaard, Københavns Universitet

The organization of the postsynaptic density (PSD), a protein-dense semi-membraneless organelle, is mediated by numerous specific protein-protein interactions (PPIs) which constitute a functional postsynapse. The PSD protein 95 (PSD-95) interacts with a manifold of proteins, including the C-terminal of transmembrane AMPA receptor (AMPAR) regulatory proteins (TARPs). Here, we uncover the minimal essential peptide responsible for the Stargazin (TARP-γ2)-mediated liquid-liquid phase separation (LLPS) formation of PSD-95 and other key protein constituents of the PSD. Furthermore, we find that pharmacological inhibitors of PSD-95 can facilitate the formation of LLPS. We found that in some cases LLPS formation is dependent on multivalent interactions, while in other cases short, highly charged peptides are sufficient to promote LLPS in complex systems. This study offers a new perspective on PSD-95 interactions and their role in LLPS formation, while also considering the role of affinity over multivalency in LLPS systems.

OriginalsprogEngelsk
Artikelnummer103808
TidsskriftiScience
Vol/bind25
Nummer2
Antal sider26
ISSN2589-0042
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StatusUdgivet - feb. 2022

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