Rufy4 exists as two translationally regulated isoforms, that localize to the mitochondrion in activated macrophages

ABSTRACT: We report here that RUFY4, a newly characterized member of the "RUN and FYVE domain-containing" family of proteins previously associated with autophagy enhancement, is highly expressed in alveolar macrophages (AM). We show that RUFY4 interacts with mitochondria upon stimulation by microbial-associated molecular patterns of AM and dendritic cells. RUFY4 interaction with mitochondria and other organelles is dependent on a previously uncharacterized OmpH domain located immediately upstream of its c-terminal FYVE domain. Further, we demonstrate that Rufy4 mRNA can be translated from an alternative translation initiation codon, giving rise to a N-terminally truncated form of the molecule lacking most of its RUN domain and with enhanced potential for its interaction with mitochondria. Our observations point towards a role of RUFY4 in selective mitochondria clearance in activated phagocytes

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ORGANISM(S): Homo Sapiens (human)

SUBMITTER: Anshu Bhattacharya  

LAB HEAD: Ivan dikic

PROVIDER: PXD026728 | Pride | 2022-02-17

REPOSITORIES: Pride