Cohesin
is
a
trimeric
complex
containing
pair
of
SMC
proteins
(Smc1
and
Smc3)
whose
ATPase
domains
at
the
end
long
coiled
coils
(CC)
are
interconnected
by
Scc1.
During
interphase,
it
organizes
chromosomal
DNA
topology
extruding
loops
in
manner
dependent
on
Scc1’s
association
with
two
large
hook
shaped
called
SA
(yeast:
Scc3)
Nipbl
(Scc2).
The
latter’s
replacement
Pds5
recruits
Wapl,
which
induces
release
from
chromatin
via
process
requiring
dissociation
N-terminal
domain
(NTD)
Smc3.
If
blocked
Esco
(Eco)-mediated
Smc3
acetylation,
cohesin
merely
maintains
pre-existing
loops,
but
third
fate
occurs
during
replication,
when
Pds5-containing
associates
Sororin
forms
structures
that
hold
sister
DNAs
together.
How
Wapl
blocks
has
hitherto
remained
mysterious.
In
twenty
years
since
their
discovery,
not
single
testable
hypothesis
been
proposed
as
to
role.
Here,
AlphaFold
2
(AF)
three-dimensional
protein
structure
predictions
lead
us
propose
formation
quarternary
between
SA,
Pds5,
NTD,
latter
juxtaposed
(and
subsequently
sequestered
by)
highly
conserved
cleft
within
Wapl’s
C-terminal
(CTD).
AF
also
reveals
how
arises
distortion
Smc3’s
CC
induced
engagement
domains,
acetyl
transferases
recruited
prevents
binding
Smc3/Scc1
interface.
Our
hypotheses
explain
phenotypes
numerous
existing
mutations
testable.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 30, 2023
Abstract
The
ring-shaped
cohesin
complex
topologically
entraps
two
DNAs
to
establish
sister
chromatid
cohesion
1–3
.
Cohesin
also
shapes
the
interphase
chromatin
landscape
with
wide-ranging
implications
for
gene
regulation
4–7
,
which
is
thought
achieve
by
actively
extruding
DNA
loops
without
entrapping
8–11
‘loop
extrusion’
hypothesis
finds
motivation
from
in
vitro
observations
12–14
–
whether
this
process
underlies
vivo
loop
formation
remains
untested.
Here,
using
budding
yeast
S.
cerevisiae
we
generate
variants
that
have
lost
their
ability
extrude
but
retain
entrap
DNA.
Analysis
of
these
suggests
form
independently
extrusion.
Instead,
find
transcription
promotes
formation,
as
well
acts
an
extrinsic
motor
expands
and
defines
ultimate
positions.
Our
results
necessitate
a
re-evaluation
extrusion
model
point
alternative
mechanism
cohesin-dependent
organisation.
We
propose
cohesin,
akin
establishment
at
replication
forks,
forms
DNA-DNA
capture
places
transcription,
thus
unifying
cohesin’s
roles
chromosome
segregation
genome
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 1, 2024
Following
eukaryotic
genome
replication,
the
two
newly
synthesised
sister
chromatids
remain
paired
by
ring-shaped
cohesin
complex,
enabling
their
faithful
segregation
to
daughter
cells
during
cell
divisions
1
.
Cohesin
topologically
embraces
DNA
already
before
replication
2–5
,
and
replisome
passage
through
ring
is
thought
of
as
a
fail-safe
mechanism
ensuring
that
entraps
both
products
6,7
Whether
replisomes
indeed
pass
rings
remains
unknown.
Here,
we
use
biochemical
reconstitution
4,8,9
single
molecule
fluorescence
microscopy
directly
visualise
replisome-cohesin
encounters.
We
find
translocating
replicative
Cdc45-Mcm2-7-GINS
(CMG)
helicase
frequently
an
obstacle
cohesin,
but
likelihood
with
which
CMG
passes
increases
in
presence
components
known
chromatid
cohesion
functions
7,10–14
or
preventing
from
freely
sliding
along
template
DNA.
retains
topological
entrapment
passage,
suggesting
ring.
The
frequency
further
when
fully
reconstituted
encounter
rings,
resulting
successful
establishment
between
products.
Our
findings
demonstrate
existence
simple
links
chromosome
segregation,
rings.
Chromosoma,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
132(2), P. 117 - 135
Published: May 11, 2023
Abstract
The
chromosomal
cohesin
complex
establishes
sister
chromatid
cohesion
during
S
phase,
which
forms
the
basis
for
faithful
segregation
of
DNA
replication
products
cell
divisions.
Cohesion
establishment
is
defective
in
absence
either
three
non-essential
Saccharomyces
cerevisiae
fork
components
Tof1-Csm3
and
Mrc1.
Here,
we
investigate
how
these
conserved
factors
contribute
to
establishment.
Mrc1
serve
known
roles
replication,
including
checkpoint
signaling,
securing
speed,
as
well
recruiting
topoisomerase
I
histone
chaperone
FACT.
By
modulating
each
functions
independently,
rule
out
that
one
explains
contribution
Instead,
using
purified
components,
reveal
direct
multipronged
protein
interactions
with
complex.
Our
findings
open
possibility
a
series
physical
between
facilitate
successful
replication.
Abstract
Cohesin
is
a
trimeric
complex
containing
pair
of
SMC
proteins
(Smc1
and
Smc3)
whose
ATPase
domains
at
the
end
long
coiled
coils
(CC)
are
interconnected
by
Scc1.
During
interphase,
it
organizes
chromosomal
DNA
topology
extruding
loops
in
manner
dependent
on
Scc1’s
association
with
two
large
hook
shaped
called
SA
(yeast:
Scc3)
Nipbl
(Scc2).
The
latter’s
replacement
Pds5
recruits
Wapl,
which
induces
release
from
chromatin
via
process
requiring
dissociation
N-terminal
domain
(NTD)
Smc3.
If
blocked
Esco
(Eco)-mediated
Smc3
acetylation,
cohesin
merely
maintains
pre-existing
loops,
but
third
fate
occurs
during
replication,
when
Pds5-containing
associates
Sororin
forms
structures
that
hold
sister
DNAs
together.
How
Wapl
blocks
has
hitherto
remained
mysterious.
In
twenty
years
since
their
discovery,
not
single
testable
hypothesis
been
proposed
as
to
role.
Here,
AlphaFold
2
(AF)
three-dimensional
protein
structure
predictions
lead
us
propose
formation
quarternary
between
SA,
Pds5,
NTD,
latter
juxtaposed
(and
subsequently
sequestered
by)
highly
conserved
cleft
within
Wapl’s
C-terminal
(CTD).
AF
also
reveals
how
arises
distortion
Smc3’s
CC
induced
engagement
domains,
acetyl
transferases
recruited
prevents
binding
Smc3/Scc1
interface.
Our
hypotheses
explain
phenotypes
numerous
existing
mutations
testable.
Cell Stress,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
7(9), P. 69 - 89
Published: Aug. 18, 2023
Chromatin
assembly
and
the
establishment
of
sister
chromatid
cohesion
are
intimately
connected
to
progression
DNA
replication
forks.
Here
we
examined
genetic
interaction
between
heterotrimeric
chromatin
factor-1
(CAF-1),
a
central
component
during
replication,
core
replisome
Ctf4.
We
find
that
CAF-1
deficient
cells
as
well
affected
in
newly-synthesized
H3-H4
histones
deposition
exhibit
severe
negative
growth
with
ctf4Δ
mutant.
dissected
role
maintenance
genome
stability
yeast
cells.
In
absence
CTF4,
is
essential
for
viability
experiencing
problems,
lacking
functional
S-phase
checkpoint
or
spindle
checkpoint,
repair
pathways
involving
homologous
recombination.
present
evidence
affects
cohesin
association
DNA-damage-dependent
manner
maintain
CTF4.
also
show
Eco1-catalyzed
Smc3
acetylation
reduced
CAF-1.
Furthermore,
describe
interactions
genes
involved
loading,
stabilization,
indicating
crucial
when
affected.
Finally,
our
data
indicate
CAF-1-dependent
pathway
required
functionally
distinct
from
Rtt101-Mms1-Mms22
which
functions
replicated
assembly.
Collectively,
results
suggest
by
creates
environment
favors
maintains
integrity.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 14, 2023
ABSTRACT
Cohesin
is
a
trimeric
complex
containing
pair
of
SMC
proteins
(Smc1
and
Smc3)
whose
ATPase
domains
at
the
end
long
coiled
coils
(CC)
are
interconnected
by
Scc1.
During
interphase,
it
organizes
chromosomal
DNA
topology
extruding
loops
in
manner
dependent
on
Scc1’s
association
with
two
large
hook
shaped
called
SA
(yeast:
Scc3)
Nipbl
(Scc2).
The
latter’s
replacement
Pds5
recruits
Wapl,
which
induces
release
from
chromatin
via
process
requiring
dissociation
N-terminal
domain
(NTD)
Smc3.
If
blocked
Esco
(Eco)-mediated
Smc3
acetylation,
cohesin
merely
maintains
pre-existing
loops,
but
third
fate
occurs
during
replication,
when
Pds5-containing
associates
Sororin
forms
structures
that
hold
sister
DNAs
together.
How
Wapl
blocks
has
hitherto
remained
mysterious.
In
twenty
years
since
their
discovery,
not
single
testable
hypothesis
been
proposed
as
to
role.
Here,
AlphaFold
2
(AF)
three-dimensional
protein
structure
predictions
lead
us
propose
formation
quarternary
between
SA,
Pds5,
NTD,
latter
juxtaposed
(and
subsequently
sequestered
by)
highly
conserved
cleft
within
Wapl’s
C-terminal
(CTD).
AF
also
reveals
how
arises
distortion
Smc3’s
CC
induced
engagement
domains,
acetyl
transferases
recruited
prevents
binding
Smc3/Scc1
interface.
Our
hypotheses
explain
phenotypes
numerous
existing
mutations
testable.