Dynamic G Protein-Coupled Receptor Signaling Probed by Solution NMR Spectroscopy

Biochemistry. 2020 Mar 17;59(10):1065-1080. doi: 10.1021/acs.biochem.0c00032. Epub 2020 Mar 2.

Abstract

Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy is a powerful tool for investigating various dynamic features of G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) signaling. In this Perspective, we focus on NMR techniques to characterize ligand-dependent conformational dynamics of GPCRs as well as the interaction of GPCRs with their environment and ligands. We also describe circumstances under which each technique should be applied, their advantages and disadvantages, and how they can be combined with other strategies to deepen the understanding of GPCR signaling at the molecular level.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Ligands
  • Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy / methods*
  • Models, Molecular
  • Protein Binding / physiology
  • Protein Conformation
  • Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled / chemistry*
  • Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled / metabolism
  • Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled / ultrastructure*

Substances

  • Ligands
  • Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled