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  1. Article ; Online: Schlafens Can Put Viruses to Sleep.

    Kim, Eui Tae / Weitzman, Matthew D

    Viruses

    2022  Volume 14, Issue 2

    Abstract: The Schlafen gene family encodes for proteins involved in various biological tasks, including cell proliferation, differentiation, and T cell development. Schlafens were initially discovered in mice, and have been studied in the context of cancer biology, ...

    Abstract The Schlafen gene family encodes for proteins involved in various biological tasks, including cell proliferation, differentiation, and T cell development. Schlafens were initially discovered in mice, and have been studied in the context of cancer biology, as well as their role in protecting cells during viral infection. This protein family provides antiviral barriers via direct and indirect effects on virus infection. Schlafens can inhibit the replication of viruses with both RNA and DNA genomes. In this review, we summarize the cellular functions and the emerging relationship between Schlafens and innate immunity. We also discuss the functions and distinctions of this emerging family of proteins as host restriction factors against viral infection. Further research into Schlafen protein function will provide insight into their mechanisms that contribute to intrinsic and innate host immunity.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Cell Cycle Proteins/immunology ; Endoribonucleases/immunology ; Host-Pathogen Interactions/immunology ; Humans ; Immune Evasion ; Immunity, Innate ; Mice ; Virus Diseases/immunology
    Chemical Substances Cell Cycle Proteins ; Endoribonucleases (EC 3.1.-)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-21
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2516098-9
    ISSN 1999-4915 ; 1999-4915
    ISSN (online) 1999-4915
    ISSN 1999-4915
    DOI 10.3390/v14020442
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  2. Article ; Online: Phosphorylation regulates viral biomolecular condensates to promote infectious progeny production.

    Grams, Nicholas / Charman, Matthew / Halko, Edwin / Lauman, Richard / Garcia, Benjamin A / Weitzman, Matthew D

    The EMBO journal

    2024  Volume 43, Issue 2, Page(s) 277–303

    Abstract: Biomolecular condensates (BMCs) play important roles in diverse biological processes. Many viruses form BMCs which have been implicated in various functions critical for the productive infection of host cells. The adenovirus L1-52/55 kilodalton protein ( ... ...

    Abstract Biomolecular condensates (BMCs) play important roles in diverse biological processes. Many viruses form BMCs which have been implicated in various functions critical for the productive infection of host cells. The adenovirus L1-52/55 kilodalton protein (52K) was recently shown to form viral BMCs that coordinate viral genome packaging and capsid assembly. Although critical for packaging, we do not know how viral condensates are regulated during adenovirus infection. Here we show that phosphorylation of serine residues 28 and 75 within the N-terminal intrinsically disordered region of 52K modulates viral condensates in vitro and in cells, promoting liquid-like properties. Furthermore, we demonstrate that phosphorylation of 52K promotes viral genome packaging and the production of infectious progeny particles. Collectively, our findings provide insights into how viral condensate properties are regulated and maintained in a state conducive to their function in viral progeny production. In addition, our findings have implications for antiviral strategies aimed at targeting the regulation of viral BMCs to limit viral multiplication.
    MeSH term(s) Phosphorylation ; Biomolecular Condensates ; Viral Proteins/genetics ; Viral Proteins/metabolism ; Virus Replication ; Viruses
    Chemical Substances Viral Proteins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-02
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 586044-1
    ISSN 1460-2075 ; 0261-4189
    ISSN (online) 1460-2075
    ISSN 0261-4189
    DOI 10.1038/s44318-023-00021-0
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  3. Article: Schlafens Can Put Viruses to Sleep

    Kim, Eui Tae / Weitzman, Matthew D.

    Viruses. 2022 Feb. 21, v. 14, no. 2

    2022  

    Abstract: The Schlafen gene family encodes for proteins involved in various biological tasks, including cell proliferation, differentiation, and T cell development. Schlafens were initially discovered in mice, and have been studied in the context of cancer biology, ...

    Abstract The Schlafen gene family encodes for proteins involved in various biological tasks, including cell proliferation, differentiation, and T cell development. Schlafens were initially discovered in mice, and have been studied in the context of cancer biology, as well as their role in protecting cells during viral infection. This protein family provides antiviral barriers via direct and indirect effects on virus infection. Schlafens can inhibit the replication of viruses with both RNA and DNA genomes. In this review, we summarize the cellular functions and the emerging relationship between Schlafens and innate immunity. We also discuss the functions and distinctions of this emerging family of proteins as host restriction factors against viral infection. Further research into Schlafen protein function will provide insight into their mechanisms that contribute to intrinsic and innate host immunity.
    Keywords DNA ; RNA ; T-lymphocytes ; cell proliferation ; genes ; innate immunity ; viruses
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-0221
    Publishing place Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2516098-9
    ISSN 1999-4915
    ISSN 1999-4915
    DOI 10.3390/v14020442
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  4. Article ; Online: Replication Compartments of DNA Viruses in the Nucleus: Location, Location, Location.

    Charman, Matthew / Weitzman, Matthew D

    Viruses

    2020  Volume 12, Issue 2

    Abstract: DNA viruses that replicate in the nucleus encompass a range of ubiquitous and clinically important viruses, from acute pathogens to persistent tumor viruses. These viruses must co-opt nuclear processes for the benefit of the virus, whilst evading host ... ...

    Abstract DNA viruses that replicate in the nucleus encompass a range of ubiquitous and clinically important viruses, from acute pathogens to persistent tumor viruses. These viruses must co-opt nuclear processes for the benefit of the virus, whilst evading host processes that would otherwise attenuate viral replication. Accordingly, DNA viruses induce the formation of membraneless assemblies termed viral replication compartments (VRCs). These compartments facilitate the spatial organization of viral processes and regulate virus-host interactions. Here, we review advances in our understanding of VRCs. We cover their initiation and formation, their function as the sites of viral processes, and aspects of their composition and organization. In doing so, we highlight ongoing and emerging areas of research highly pertinent to our understanding of nuclear-replicating DNA viruses.
    MeSH term(s) Cell Nucleus/virology ; DNA Viruses/physiology ; Host Microbial Interactions ; Humans ; Viral Proteins/genetics ; Viral Replication Compartments ; Virus Replication
    Chemical Substances Viral Proteins
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-01-29
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2516098-9
    ISSN 1999-4915 ; 1999-4915
    ISSN (online) 1999-4915
    ISSN 1999-4915
    DOI 10.3390/v12020151
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  5. Article ; Online: Adeno-Associated Virus Genome Interactions Important for Vector Production and Transduction.

    Maurer, Anna C / Weitzman, Matthew D

    Human gene therapy

    2020  Volume 31, Issue 9-10, Page(s) 499–511

    Abstract: Recombinant adeno-associated virus has emerged as one of the most promising gene therapy delivery vectors. Development of these vectors took advantage of key features of the wild-type adeno-associated virus (AAV), enabled by basic studies of the ... ...

    Abstract Recombinant adeno-associated virus has emerged as one of the most promising gene therapy delivery vectors. Development of these vectors took advantage of key features of the wild-type adeno-associated virus (AAV), enabled by basic studies of the underlying biology and requirements for transcription, replication, and packaging of the viral genome. Each step in generating and utilizing viral vectors involves numerous molecular interactions that together determine the efficiency of vector production and gene delivery. Once delivered into the cell, interactions with host proteins will determine the fate of the viral genome, and these will impact the intended goal of gene delivery. Here, we provide an overview of known interactions of the AAV genome with viral and cellular proteins involved in its amplification, packaging, and expression. Further appreciation of how the AAV genome interacts with host factors will enhance how this simple virus can be harnessed for an array of vector purposes that benefit human health.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Dependovirus/genetics ; Gene Transfer Techniques ; Genetic Therapy ; Genetic Vectors ; Genome, Viral ; Helper Viruses/physiology ; Host Microbial Interactions ; Humans ; Transduction, Genetic ; Virus Replication
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-04-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Review
    ZDB-ID 1028152-6
    ISSN 1557-7422 ; 1043-0342
    ISSN (online) 1557-7422
    ISSN 1043-0342
    DOI 10.1089/hum.2020.069
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  6. Article ; Online: Addressing the benefits of inhibiting APOBEC3-dependent mutagenesis in cancer.

    Petljak, Mia / Green, Abby M / Maciejowski, John / Weitzman, Matthew D

    Nature genetics

    2022  Volume 54, Issue 11, Page(s) 1599–1608

    Abstract: Mutational signatures associated with apolipoprotein B mRNA-editing enzyme catalytic polypeptide-like (APOBEC)3 cytosine deaminase activity have been found in over half of cancer types, including some therapy-resistant and metastatic tumors. Driver ... ...

    Abstract Mutational signatures associated with apolipoprotein B mRNA-editing enzyme catalytic polypeptide-like (APOBEC)3 cytosine deaminase activity have been found in over half of cancer types, including some therapy-resistant and metastatic tumors. Driver mutations can occur in APOBEC3-favored sequence contexts, suggesting that mutagenesis by APOBEC3 enzymes may drive cancer evolution. The APOBEC3-mediated signatures are often detected in subclonal branches of tumor phylogenies and are acquired in cancer cell lines over long periods of time, indicating that APOBEC3 mutagenesis can be ongoing in cancer. Collectively, these and other observations have led to the proposal that APOBEC3 mutagenesis represents a disease-modifying process that could be inhibited to limit tumor heterogeneity, metastasis and drug resistance. However, critical aspects of APOBEC3 biology in cancer and in healthy tissues have not been clearly defined, limiting well-grounded predictions regarding the benefits of inhibiting APOBEC3 mutagenesis in different settings in cancer. We discuss the relevant mechanistic gaps and strategies to address them to investigate whether inhibiting APOBEC3 mutagenesis may confer clinical benefits in cancer.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Mutagenesis/genetics ; Neoplasms/genetics ; Neoplasms/pathology ; APOBEC-1 Deaminase/genetics ; Mutation ; Cytidine Deaminase/genetics ; APOBEC Deaminases/genetics
    Chemical Substances APOBEC-1 Deaminase (EC 3.5.4.36) ; Cytidine Deaminase (EC 3.5.4.5) ; APOBEC3 proteins, human (EC 3.5.4.5) ; APOBEC Deaminases (EC 3.5.4.5)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-10-24
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S. ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 1108734-1
    ISSN 1546-1718 ; 1061-4036
    ISSN (online) 1546-1718
    ISSN 1061-4036
    DOI 10.1038/s41588-022-01196-8
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  7. Article ; Online: Herpes simplex virus replication compartments: From naked release to recombining together.

    Kobiler, Oren / Weitzman, Matthew D

    PLoS pathogens

    2019  Volume 15, Issue 6, Page(s) e1007714

    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Gene Expression Regulation, Viral/physiology ; Herpesvirus 1, Human/physiology ; Humans ; Virus Release/physiology ; Virus Replication/physiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-03
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S. ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2205412-1
    ISSN 1553-7374 ; 1553-7366
    ISSN (online) 1553-7374
    ISSN 1553-7366
    DOI 10.1371/journal.ppat.1007714
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  8. Article ; Online: The spectrum of APOBEC3 activity: From anti-viral agents to anti-cancer opportunities.

    Green, Abby M / Weitzman, Matthew D

    DNA repair

    2019  Volume 83, Page(s) 102700

    Abstract: The APOBEC3 family of cytosine deaminases are part of the innate immune response to viral infection, but also have the capacity to damage cellular DNA. Detection of mutational signatures consistent with APOBEC3 activity, together with elevated APOBEC3 ... ...

    Abstract The APOBEC3 family of cytosine deaminases are part of the innate immune response to viral infection, but also have the capacity to damage cellular DNA. Detection of mutational signatures consistent with APOBEC3 activity, together with elevated APOBEC3 expression in cancer cells, has raised the possibility that these enzymes contribute to oncogenesis. Genome deamination by APOBEC3 enzymes also elicits DNA damage response signaling and presents therapeutic vulnerabilities for cancer cells. Here, we discuss implications of APOBEC3 activity in cancer and the potential to exploit their mutagenic activity for targeted cancer therapies.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Antineoplastic Agents/pharmacology ; Antiviral Agents/pharmacology ; Cytidine Deaminase/genetics ; Cytidine Deaminase/metabolism ; Humans ; Molecular Targeted Therapy/methods ; Mutation ; Neoplasms/drug therapy ; Neoplasms/enzymology ; Neoplasms/genetics
    Chemical Substances Antineoplastic Agents ; Antiviral Agents ; Cytidine Deaminase (EC 3.5.4.5)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-09-13
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2071608-4
    ISSN 1568-7856 ; 1568-7864
    ISSN (online) 1568-7856
    ISSN 1568-7864
    DOI 10.1016/j.dnarep.2019.102700
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  9. Article ; Online: Serotype-specific restriction of wild-type adenoviruses by the cellular Mre11-Rad50-Nbs1 complex.

    Pancholi, Neha J / Weitzman, Matthew D

    Virology

    2018  Volume 518, Page(s) 221–231

    Abstract: During viral replication in the nucleus, the DNA genomes of adenoviruses are accessible to cellular DNA-binding proteins. Human adenovirus type 5 (Ad5) targets the cellular Mre11-Rad50-Nbs1 complex (MRN) to evade detection by the DNA damage response (DDR) ...

    Abstract During viral replication in the nucleus, the DNA genomes of adenoviruses are accessible to cellular DNA-binding proteins. Human adenovirus type 5 (Ad5) targets the cellular Mre11-Rad50-Nbs1 complex (MRN) to evade detection by the DNA damage response (DDR). Ad5 mutants that cannot target MRN have reduced viral propagation. Previous studies showed that diverse adenovirus serotypes interact differently with MRN. While these studies revealed diverse MRN interactions among serotypes, it remains unclear how these differences influence viral replication. Here, we examined effects of the DDR on several adenovirus serotypes. We demonstrate that wild-type Ad9 and Ad12 do not overcome MRN impairment. We also examined viral proteins involved in targeting MRN and found that unlike Ad5-E4orf3, expression of Ad9-E4orf3 is not sufficient for MRN mislocalization observed during infection. We conclude that adenovirus serotypes target MRN in distinct ways, and the MRN complex can impair DNA replication of wild-type viruses across the adenovirus family.
    MeSH term(s) Acid Anhydride Hydrolases ; Adenoviruses, Human/immunology ; Adenoviruses, Human/physiology ; Cell Cycle Proteins/metabolism ; Cell Line ; DNA Repair Enzymes/metabolism ; DNA-Binding Proteins/metabolism ; Host-Pathogen Interactions ; Humans ; MRE11 Homologue Protein/metabolism ; Nuclear Proteins/metabolism ; Serogroup ; Virus Replication
    Chemical Substances Cell Cycle Proteins ; DNA-Binding Proteins ; MRE11 protein, human ; NBN protein, human ; Nuclear Proteins ; MRE11 Homologue Protein (EC 3.1.-) ; Acid Anhydride Hydrolases (EC 3.6.-) ; RAD50 protein, human (EC 3.6.-) ; DNA Repair Enzymes (EC 6.5.1.-)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2018-03-15
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 200425-2
    ISSN 1096-0341 ; 0042-6822
    ISSN (online) 1096-0341
    ISSN 0042-6822
    DOI 10.1016/j.virol.2018.02.023
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  10. Article: Double-Strand Break Repair Pathways Differentially Affect Processing and Transduction by Dual AAV Vectors.

    Maurer, Anna C / Benyamini, Brian / Fan, Vinson B / Whitney, Oscar N / Dailey, Gina M / Darzacq, Xavier / Weitzman, Matthew D / Tjian, Robert

    bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology

    2023  

    Abstract: Recombinant adeno-associated viral vectors (rAAV) are a powerful tool for gene delivery but have a limited DNA carrying capacity. Efforts to expand this genetic payload have focused on engineering the vector components, such as dual trans-splicing ... ...

    Abstract Recombinant adeno-associated viral vectors (rAAV) are a powerful tool for gene delivery but have a limited DNA carrying capacity. Efforts to expand this genetic payload have focused on engineering the vector components, such as dual trans-splicing vectors which double the delivery size by exploiting the natural concatenation of rAAV genomes in host nuclei. We hypothesized that inefficient dual vector transduction could be improved by modulating host factors which affect concatenation. Since factors mediating concatenation are not well defined, we performed a genome-wide screen to identify host cell regulators. We discovered that Homologous Recombination (HR) is inhibitory to dual vector transduction. We demonstrate that depletion or inhibition of HR factors BRCA1 and Rad51 significantly increase reconstitution of a large split transgene by increasing both concatenation and expression from rAAVs. Our results define new roles for DNA damage repair in rAAV transduction and highlight the potential for pharmacological intervention to increase genetic payload of rAAV vectors.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Preprint
    DOI 10.1101/2023.09.19.558438
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