Deciphering the dynamic code: DNA recognition by transcription factors in the ever-changing genome

Yumi Minyi Yao, Irina Miodownik, Michael P. O’Hagan, Muhammad Jbara*, Ariel Afek*

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Abstract

Transcription factors (TFs) intricately navigate the vast genomic landscape to locate and bind specific DNA sequences for the regulation of gene expression programs. These interactions occur within a dynamic cellular environment, where both DNA and TF proteins experience continual chemical and structural perturbations, including epigenetic modifications, DNA damage, mechanical stress, and post-translational modifications (PTMs). While many of these factors impact TF-DNA binding interactions, understanding their effects remains challenging and incomplete. This review explores the existing literature on these dynamic changes and their potential impact on TF-DNA interactions.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)114-138
Number of pages25
JournalTranscription
Volume15
Issue number3-5
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024

Funding

FundersFunder number
Council for Higher Education
Neubauer Foundation
Israel Science Foundation1174/22
Estate of Betty Weneser493/23

    Keywords

    • DNA
    • DNA damage
    • DNA mechanics
    • epigenetic modification
    • protein-DNA interaction
    • repair enzyme
    • transcription factor

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