14-3-3 immunoprecipitation followed by LC-MS in MCF7 cells treated CV2a (PROTAC)
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ABSTRACT: Proteins lacking defined ligandable pockets remain challenging drug targets. Here, we develop a molecular glue-based PROTAC (MGPROTACs) approach that chemically conjugates a molecular glue stabilizer to a VHL-recruiting ligand to capture and ubiquitinate the 14-3-3/Estrogen Receptor α (ERα) complex. Our designed MGPROTACs engage a composite interface between 14-3-3 and the disordered F-domain of ERα, promoting cooperative complex formation and target ubiquitination. Biophysical characterization revealed distinct linker-dependent cooperativities across the MGPROTAC series, which influenced both cellular permeability and ubiquitination efficiency. Cryo-EM of the most cooperative MGPROTAC uncovers de novo VHL–14-3-3ζ contacts, while molecular dynamics simulations rationalize the stabilizing interactions underlying cooperativity. Strikingly, fine-tuning linker design enables selective ubiquitination of distinct complex subunits. These findings establish a structural and mechanistic framework for integrating molecular glue and PROTAC principles, expanding the scope of drug discovery to previously intractable protein complexes.
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ORGANISM(S): Homo Sapiens (human)
TISSUE(S): Epithelial Cell, Cell Culture
DISEASE(S): Breast Cancer
SUBMITTER:
Laura Demmers
LAB HEAD: Christian Ottmann
PROVIDER: PXD075638 | Pride | 2026-07-08
REPOSITORIES: Pride
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