Lipid bilayer modules as determinants of K+ channel gating

Ruhma Syeda, Jose S. Santos, Mauricio Montal

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Abstract

Background: Lipid bilayer composition and asymmetry modulate K+ channel function by unknown mechanisms. Results: Lipid headgroups with exposed hydroxyls on the extracellular facing monolayer stabilize the channel open conformation irrespective of charge. Conclusion: Stabilization is mediated through a change of interfacial water structure. Significance: Lipid bilayer asymmetry and its individual monolayers emerge as crucial determinants of K channel gating.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)4233-4243
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry
Volume289
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 14 2014

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology

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