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Journal Article
Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Claudin-10a and -10b Ion Channels: With Similar Architecture, Different Pore Linings Determine the Opposite Charge Selectivity
2024
Overview
Claudin polymers constitute the tight junction (TJ) backbone that forms paracellular barriers, at least for bigger solutes. While some claudins also seal the barrier for small electrolytes, others form ion channels. For cation-selective claudin-15 and claudin-10b, structural models of channels embedded in homo-polymeric strands have been suggested. Here, we generated a model for the prototypic anion-selective claudin-10a channel. Based on previously established claudin-10b models, dodecamer homology models of claudin-10a embedded in two membranes were analyzed by molecular dynamics simulations. The results indicate that both claudin-10 isoforms share the same strand and channel architecture: Sidewise unsealed tetrameric pore scaffolds are interlocked with adjacent pores via the β1β2 loop of extracellular segment 1. This leads to TJ-like strands with claudin subunits arranged in four joined rows in two opposing membranes. Several but not all cis- and trans-interaction modes are indicated to be conserved among claudin-10a, -10b, and -15. However, pore-lining residues that differ between claudin-10a and -10b (i.e., R33/I35, A34/D36, K69/A71, N54/D56, H60/N62, R62/K64) result in opposite charge selectivity of channels. This was supported by electric field simulations for both claudins and is consistent with previous electrophysiological studies. In summary, for the first time, a structural and mechanistic model of complete and prototypic paracellular anion channels is provided. This improves understanding of epithelial paracellular transport.
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MDPI AG,MDPI
