Nir1 constitutively localizes at ER–PM junctions and promotes Nir2 recruitment for PIP2 homeostasis

Carlo Giovanni Quintanilla, Wan Ru Lee, Jen Liou

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Abstract

Homeostatic regulation of plasma membrane (PM) phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosphate (PIP2) in receptor-stimulated cells is mediated by the lipid transfer protein Nir2. Nir2 is dynamically recruited to endoplasmic reticulum–plasma membrane (ER–PM) junctions to facilitate replenishment of PM PIP2 hydrolyzed during receptor-mediated signaling. However, our knowledge regarding the activation and sustainment of Nir2-mediated replenishment of PM PIP2 is limited. Here, we describe the functions of Nir1 as a positive regulator of Nir2 and PIP2 homeostasis. In contrast to the family proteins Nir2 and Nir3, Nir1 constitutively localizes at ER–PM junctions. Nir1 potentiates Nir2 targeting to ER–PM junctions during receptor-mediated signaling and is required for efficient PM PIP2 replenishment. Live-cell imaging and biochemical analysis reveal that Nir1 interacts with Nir2 via a region between the FFAT motif and the DDHD domain. Combined, results from this study identify Nir1 as an ER–PM junction localized protein that promotes Nir2 recruitment for PIP2 homeostasis.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article numberbr2
JournalMolecular biology of the cell
Volume33
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 1 2022

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology

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