Structural Basis of Collagen Recognition by Integrin Alpha2Beta1
Emsley, J., Knight, G., Farndale, R., Barnes, M., Liddington, R.(2000) Cell 101: 47
- PubMed: 10778855
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/S0092-8674(00)80622-4
- Primary Citation of Related Structures:
1DZI - PubMed Abstract:
We have determined the crystal structure of a complex between the I domain of integrin alpha2beta1 and a triple helical collagen peptide containing a critical GFOGER motif. Three loops on the upper surface of the I domain that coordinate a metal ion also engage the collagen, with a collagen glutamate completing the coordination sphere of the metal. Comparison with the unliganded I domain reveals a change in metal coordination linked to a reorganization of the upper surface that together create a complementary surface for binding collagen. Conformational changes propagate from the upper surface to the opposite pole of the domain, suggesting both a basis for affinity regulation and a pathway for signal transduction. The structural features observed here may represent a general mechanism for integrin-ligand recognition.
Organizational Affiliation:
Department of Biochemistry, University of Leicester, United Kingdom.