C. Z. Buffalo

The paper determines the structure of ATG9A's C-terminal tail interacting with the ULK1 complex's ATG13:ATG101 HORMA dimer, revealing how this interaction facilitates mitophagy.

This study determines the crystal structure of WIPI2 interacting with ATG16L1, revealing the molecular mechanism of ATG16L1 recruitment to the phagophore and its role in autophagy initiation.

The paper determines the crystal structure of SARS-CoV-2 ORF8, revealing unique dimerization interfaces that may enable immune evasion.

The paper determines the structure of SIV Nef interacting with simian tetherin and AP-2, revealing how Nef bypasses tetherin's antiviral function by refolding AP-2 and creating a binding site for the DIWK motif.