Protein & Cell,
Journal Year:
2015,
Volume and Issue:
6(5), P. 334 - 350
Published: March 23, 2015
Transporters
comprise
the
largest
family
of
membrane
proteins
in
human
organism,
including
members
solute
carrier
transporter
and
ATP-binding
cassette
families.
They
play
pivotal
roles
absorption,
distribution
excretion
xenobiotic
endogenous
molecules.
are
widely
expressed
various
tissues
routinely
evaluated
during
process
drug
development
approval.
Over
past
decade,
increasing
evidence
shows
that
transporters
important
both
normal
physiology
disease.
Currently,
utilized
as
therapeutic
targets
to
treat
numerous
diseases
such
diabetes,
major
depression,
hypertension
constipation.
Despite
steady
growth
field
biology,
more
than
half
superfamily
have
little
information
available
about
their
substrate(s)
or
physiological
functions.
This
review
outlines
current
research
methods
studies,
summarizes
drug-transporter
interactions
drug-drug
drug-endogenous
substrate
interactions.
In
end,
we
also
discuss
perspective
based
on
pathophysiological
roles.
Molecular Membrane Biology,
Journal Year:
2017,
Volume and Issue:
34(1-2), P. 1 - 32
Published: Feb. 17, 2017
The
human
solute
carriers
(SLCs)
comprise
over
400
different
transporters,
organized
into
65
families
(
http://slc.bioparadigms.org/
)
based
on
their
sequence
homology
and
transport
function.
SLCs
are
responsible
for
transporting
extraordinarily
diverse
solutes
across
biological
membranes,
including
inorganic
ions,
amino
acids,
lipids,
sugars,
neurotransmitters
drugs.
Most
of
these
membrane
proteins
function
as
coupled
symporters
(co-transporters)
utilizing
downhill
ion
(H+
or
Na+)
gradients
the
driving
force
substrate
against
its
concentration
gradient
cells.
Other
members
work
antiporters
(exchangers)
that
typically
contain
a
single
substrate-binding
site
with
an
alternating
access
mode
transport,
while
few
exhibit
channel-like
properties.
Dysfunction
is
correlated
numerous
diseases
therefore
they
potential
therapeutic
drug
targets.
In
this
review,
we
identified
all
SLC
crystal
structures
have
been
determined,
most
which
from
prokaryotic
species.
We
further
sorted
four
main
groups
protein
folds
discuss
well-characterized
MFS
(major
facilitator
superfamily)
LeuT
(leucine
transporter)
folds.
This
review
provides
systematic
analysis
structure,
molecular
basis
recognition
mechanism
action
in
family
members.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2015,
Volume and Issue:
5(1)
Published: June 4, 2015
Abstract
The
bicarbonate
ion
(HCO
3
−
)
is
involved
in
two
major
physiological
processes
corals,
biomineralization
and
photosynthesis,
yet
no
molecular
data
on
transporters
are
available.
Here,
we
characterized
plasma
membrane-type
HCO
the
scleractinian
coral
Stylophora
pistillata
.
Eight
solute
carrier
(SLC)
genes
were
found
genome:
five
homologs
of
mammalian-type
SLC4
family
members
three
SLC26
members.
Using
relative
expression
analysis
immunostaining,
analyzed
cellular
distribution
these
conducted
phylogenetic
analyses
to
determine
extent
conservation
among
cnidarian
model
organisms.
Our
suggest
that
SLC4γ
isoform
specific
corals
responsible
for
supplying
site
calcification.
Taken
together,
appears
be
one
key
skeleton
building
which
bears
profound
implications
our
understanding
evolution
within
cnidarians.
Thorax,
Journal Year:
2015,
Volume and Issue:
71(3), P. 284 - 287
Published: Dec. 30, 2015
Cystic
fibrosis
(CF)
is
a
life-limiting
disease
characterised
by
recurrent
respiratory
infections,
inflammation
and
lung
damage.
The
volume
composition
of
the
airway
surface
liquid
(ASL)
are
important
in
maintaining
ciliary
function,
mucociliary
clearance
antimicrobial
properties
airway.
In
CF,
these
homeostatic
mechanisms
impaired,
leading
to
dehydrated
acidic
ASL.
ASL
depletion
CF
secondary
defective
anion
transport
abnormal
cystic
transmembrane
conductance
regulator
protein
(CFTR).
Abnormal
CFTR
mediated
bicarbonate
creates
an
unfavourable,
environment,
which
impairs
function
alters
mucus
clearance.
These
create
disordered
milieu,
consisting
thick
mucopurulent
secretions
chronic
bacterial
infection.
addition
CFTR,
there
additional
ion
channels
transporters
apical
epithelium
that
play
role
homeostasis.
include
epithelial
sodium
channel
(ENaC),
solute
carrier
26A
(SLC26A)
family
exchangers,
calcium-activated
chloride
channels.
this
review
we
discuss
how
targeting
alternative
could
provide
attractive
therapeutic
strategy
correct
underlying
abnormalities
evident
CF.
Tissue Barriers,
Journal Year:
2018,
Volume and Issue:
6(2), P. e1463897 - e1463897
Published: April 3, 2018
Inflammatory
bowel
diseases
broadly
categorized
into
Crohn's
disease
(CD)
and
ulcerative
colitis
(UC),
are
chronic
inflammatory
disorders
of
the
gastrointestinal
tract
with
increasing
prevalence
worldwide.
The
etiology
is
complex
involves
a
combination
genetic,
environmental,
immunological
gut
microbial
factors.
Recurring
bloody
diarrhea
most
prevalent
debilitating
symptom
in
IBD.
pathogenesis
IBD-associated
multifactorial
essentially
an
outcome
mucosal
damage
caused
by
persistent
inflammation
resulting
dysregulated
intestinal
ion
transport,
impaired
epithelial
barrier
function
increased
accessibility
pathogens
to
mucosa.
Altered
expression
and/or
transporters
channels
principle
cause
electrolyte
retention
water
accumulation
lumen
leading
Aberrant
further
contributes
via
leak-flux
mechanism.
Mucosal
penetration
enteric
promotes
dysbiosis
exacerbates
underlying
immune
system
perpetuating
IBD
associated-tissue
diarrhea.
Here,
we
review
mechanisms
transport
loss
contributing
associated
Frontiers in Physiology,
Journal Year:
2014,
Volume and Issue:
5
Published: April 16, 2014
A
unifying
feature
of
solid
tumors
is
a
markedly
altered
pH
profile
compared
to
normal
tissues.
This
reflects
that
tumors,
despite
completely
different
origins,
often
share
several
phenotypic
properties
with
implications
for
intra-
and
extracellular
pH.
These
include:
metabolic
shift
in
most
cancer
cells
towards
more
acid-producing
pathways,
reflecting
both
oncogenic
signaling
the
development
hypoxia
poorly
perfused
regions
tumors;
highly
dense
tumor
microenvironment,
reducing
diffusive
flux
acid
equivalents
tissues;
regulation
expression
activity
pH-regulatory
transport
proteins
cells.
While
some
these
have
been
well
described
recent
years,
great
majority
research
this
clinically
important
area
has
focused
on
proton
transport,
particular
via
Na+/H+-exchanger
1
(SLC9A1,
NHE1)
various
H+
ATPases.
We
have,
however,
recently
demonstrated
at
least
under
conditions,
including
vitro
models
HER2
positive
breast
cancer,
measurements
obtained
directly
freshly
dissected
human
mammary
bicarbonate
transporters
such
as
electroneutral
Na+,HCO3--cotransporter
(SLC4A7,
NBCn1),
are
upregulated
play
central
roles
regulation.
In
review,
we
summarize
discuss
current
knowledge
regarding
cancer.
The
epithelial
anion
transporter
SLC26A9
contributes
to
airway
surface
hydration
and
gastric
acid
production.
Colocalizing
with
CFTR,
has
been
proposed
as
a
target
for
the
treatment
of
cystic
fibrosis.
To
provide
molecular
details
its
transport
mechanism,
we
present
cryo-EM
structures
functional
characterization
murine
Slc26a9.
These
define
general
architecture
eukaryotic
SLC26
family
members
reveal
an
unusual
mode
oligomerization
which
relies
predominantly
on
cytosolic
STAS
domain.
Our
data
illustrates
conformational
transitions
Slc26a9,
supporting
rapid
alternate-access
mechanism
mediates
uncoupled
chloride
negligible
bicarbonate
or
sulfate
permeability.
structure-guided
mutants
illuminates
properties
ion
path,
including
selective
binding
site
located
in
center
mobile
module
within
transmembrane
This
study
thus
provides
structural
foundation
understanding
entire
potentially
facilitates
their
therapeutic
exploitation.
British Journal of Pharmacology,
Journal Year:
2013,
Volume and Issue:
170(8), P. 1706 - 1796
Published: Dec. 1, 2013
Abstract
The
Concise
Guide
to
PHARMACOLOGY
2013/14
provides
concise
overviews
of
the
key
properties
over
2000
human
drug
targets
with
their
pharmacology,
plus
links
an
open
access
knowledgebase
and
ligands
(
www.guidetopharmacology.org
),
which
more
detailed
views
target
ligand
properties.
full
contents
can
be
found
at
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/bph.12444/full
.
Transporters
are
one
seven
major
pharmacological
into
is
divided,
others
being
G
protein‐coupled
receptors,
ligand‐gated
ion
channels,
catalytic
nuclear
hormone
receptors
enzymes.
These
presented
nomenclature
guidance
summary
information
on
best
available
tools,
alongside
references
suggestions
for
further
reading.
A
new
landscape
format
has
easy
use
tables
comparing
related
targets.
It
a
condensed
version
material
contemporary
late
2013,
in
greater
detail
constantly
updated
website
,
superseding
data
previous
Guides
Receptors
Channels.
produced
conjunction
NC‐IUPHAR
official
IUPHAR
classification
targets,
where
appropriate.
consolidates
previously
curated
displayed
separately
IUPHAR‐DB
Channels,
providing
permanent,
citable,
point‐in‐time
record
that
will
survive
database
updates.
Cancer and Metastasis Reviews,
Journal Year:
2019,
Volume and Issue:
38(1-2), P. 5 - 15
Published: Feb. 1, 2019
Metabolism
is
a
continuous
source
of
acids.
To
keep
up
with
desired
metabolic
rate,
tumors
must
establish
an
adequate
means
clearing
their
acidic
end-products.
This
homeostatic
priority
achieved
by
various
buffers,
enzymes,
and
transporters
connected
through
the
common
denominator
H+
ions.
Whilst
this
complexity
proportionate
to
importance
pH
control,
it
problematic
for
developing
intuition
tracking
route
taken
acids,
assessing
relative
acid-handling
proteins,
predicting
outcomes
pharmacological
inhibition
or
genetic
alteration.
Here,
help
simplified
mathematical
framework,
genesis
cancer
regulation
explained
in
terms
obstacles
efficient
acid
venting
how
these
are
overcome
specific
molecules,
often
associated
cancer.
Ultimately,
regulatory
apparatus
(i)
provide
lactic
permeability
membranes,
(ii)
facilitate
CO2/HCO3−/H+
diffusivity
across
interstitium,
(iii)
invest
form
active
transport
that
strikes
favorable
balance
between
intracellular
lactate
retention
under
energetic
constraints
cell,
(iv)
enable
necessary
feedback
complete
loop.
A
more
informed
quantitative
approach
understanding
mandatory
identifying
vulnerabilities,
which
could
be
exploited
as
therapeutic
targets.