Structure of Parvovirus B19 Decorated by Fabs from a Human Antibody.

Author: KloseThomas, LiuYue, ModrowSusanne, RossmannMichael G, SunYingyuan

Paper Details 
Original Abstract of the Article :
Parvovirus B19, one of the most common human pathogens, is a small DNA virus that belongs to the <i>Parvoviridae</i> As a result of previous infections, antibodies to B19 are present in most adults. B19 has a strong tropism to erythroid progenitor cells and is able to cause a series of medical condi...See full text at original site
Dr.Camel IconDr.Camel's Paper Summary Blogラクダ博士について

ラクダ博士は、Health Journal が論文の内容を分かりやすく解説するために作成した架空のキャラクターです。
難解な医学論文を、専門知識のない方にも理解しやすいように、噛み砕いて説明することを目指しています。

* ラクダ博士による解説は、あくまで論文の要点をまとめたものであり、原論文の完全な代替となるものではありません。詳細な内容については、必ず原論文をご参照ください。
* ラクダ博士は架空のキャラクターであり、実際の医学研究者や医療従事者とは一切関係がありません。
* 解説の内容は Health Journal が独自に解釈・作成したものであり、原論文の著者または出版社の見解を反映するものではありません。


引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6475792/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Structure of Parvovirus B19 Decorated by Fabs from a Human Antibody

Parvovirus B19 is a common human pathogen that can cause a range of medical conditions. This study presents the first cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) structure of a B19 virus-like particle (VLP) complexed with the antigen-binding fragment (Fab) of a human neutralizing antibody, 860-55D. The authors provide a high-resolution structural characterization of the B19-antibody complex, identifying the antigenic residues on the surface of the B19 capsid.

Structural Insights into B19-Antibody Interactions

The study found that antibody 860-55D bridges the capsid of B19 by binding to a quaternary structure epitope formed by residues from three neighboring VP2 capsid proteins. This structural information provides a detailed understanding of the molecular interactions between B19 and a human neutralizing antibody, paving the way for the development of new antiviral therapies and vaccines.

Understanding the Mechanisms of B19 Infection

Understanding the structural basis of B19-antibody interactions is crucial for developing effective therapies and vaccines for this common pathogen. The study's findings contribute significantly to our knowledge of B19 infection and its potential for treatment.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research, like a skilled archaeologist uncovering ancient secrets in the desert sands, reveals the intricate structure of B19-antibody interactions. The study's findings provide a foundation for developing new strategies to combat B19 infection and its associated diseases.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-01-28
  2. Date Revised 2020-03-09
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30787153

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC6475792

Related Literature

SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

Positive IndicatorAn AI analysis index that serves as a benchmark for how positive the results of the study are. Note that it is a benchmark and requires careful interpretation and consideration of different perspectives.

This site uses cookies. Visit our privacy policy page or click the link in any footer for more information and to change your preferences.