A PARP2-specific active site alpha-helix melts to permit DNA damage-induced enzymatic activation
E. S. Smith-Pillet, R. Billur, M.-F. Langelier, T. T. Talele, J. M. Pascal, B. E. Black
This study identifies structural differences in PARP1 and PARP2 activation mechanisms, showing that PARP2 requires an active site alpha-helix to be unfolded for DNA damage-induced activation, unlike PARP1.
bioRxiv · May 20, 2024 · PreprintBiochemistry