Novel RNA-Targeted Proteomics Approach Leads to the Identification of a Key Role for YBX1 in HCMV Replication
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ABSTRACT: Understanding the intricate interplay between host factors and viral pathogens remains a focal point of research in molecular virology. Here, we describe a new role for Y-box binding protein 1 (YBX1) during Human Cytomegalovirus (HCMV) infection in regulating the translation of mRNAs encoding the immediate early proteins IE1 and IE2. In this study, we introduce a novel technique for investigating RNA-protein interactions, leveraging the strengths of CRISPR-Cas13, allowing for precise and sensitive exploration of RNA-protein interactions during infection in a temporal manner. Through this approach, we explored the role of YBX1 in HCMV replication, providing a deeper understanding of the molecular host-pathogen interactions. This research not only advances our knowledge of YBX1’s role in viral pathogenesis, but also introduces a powerful tool for unraveling RNA-protein dynamics that can be used in a wide range of biological processes.
INSTRUMENT(S): Q Exactive HF
ORGANISM(S): Homo Sapiens (human)
TISSUE(S): Lung, Fibroblast
DISEASE(S): Disease Free
SUBMITTER:
Erik Lenarcic
LAB HEAD: Nathaniel Moorman
PROVIDER: PXD054962 | Pride | 2025-02-13
REPOSITORIES: pride
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