Abstract
Background: The activation of RhoA is a critical event in acute lung injury (ALI), but the role of nitration in this process is unresolved. Results: The nitration of RhoA at Tyr34 produced GEF-like conformational changes that stimulate RhoA by decreasing GDP binding. Conclusion: We have identified a new mechanism of RhoA activation. Significance: Preventing RhoA nitration may be useful for the management of ALI.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 4710-4722 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
| Volume | 289 |
| Issue number | 8 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Feb 21 2014 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Cell Biology