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Active and accurate trans-translation requires distinct determinants in the C-terminal tail of SmpB protein and the mRNA-like domain of transfer messenger RNA (tmRNA)

  • Stony Brook University
  • National Institutes of Health

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Abstract

Background: tmRNA and small protein B (SmpB) rescue stalled ribosomes through a template switching mechanism. Results: Changes to the SmpB hinge, SmpB C terminus, or tmRNA ORF affect ribosome rescue activity and accuracy. Conclusion: Proper positioning of SmpB and tmRNA make distinct and supplementary contributions to ribosome rescue. Significance: Template switching requires concerted action of distinct SmpB, tmRNA, and ribosomal determinants.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)30527-30542
Number of pages16
JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry
Volume288
Issue number42
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 18 2013

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