RNA-binding activity of TRIM25 is mediated by its PRY/SPRY domain and is required for ubiquitination

ABSTRACT: TRIM25 is a novel RNA-binding protein and a member of the Tripartite Motif (TRIM) family of E3 ubiquitin ligases, which plays a pivotal role in the innate immune response. Almost nothing is known about its RNA-related roles in cell biology. Furthermore, its RNA-binding domain has not been characterized. Here, we reveal that RNA-binding activity of TRIM25 is mediated by its PRY/SPRY domain, which we postulate to be a novel RNA-binding domain. Using CLIP-seq and SILAC-based co-immunoprecipitation assays, we uncover TRIM25’s endogenous RNA targets and protein binding partners. Finally, we show that the RNAbinding activity of TRIM25 is important for its ubiquitin ligase function. These results reveal new insights into the molecular roles and characteristics of RNA-binding E3 ubiquitin ligases and demonstrate that RNA could be an essential factor for their biological functions.

OTHER RELATED OMICS DATASETS IN: GSE104949

INSTRUMENT(S): Q Exactive

ORGANISM(S): Homo Sapiens (human)

TISSUE(S): Cell Culture, Cervix Epithelium

SUBMITTER: Gracjan Michlewski  

LAB HEAD: Dr. Gracjan Michlewski

PROVIDER: PXD007960 | Pride | 2017-10-19

REPOSITORIES: Pride