Protein Structure

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 Different structure of protein

 Conformational change of protein

Presented by
Sonjoy paul
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Dhaka International University
Protein structure

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Protein structure
Primary Structure:
This is the linear sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain.
Each amino acid is linked to the next by peptide bonds, forming a
backbone. The sequence is dictated by the genetic code encoded in
DNA.

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Secondary Structure: This refers to the local folding


patterns of the polypeptide chain, mainly stabilized by
hydrogen bonds. Common secondary structures include alpha
helices and beta sheets.
Protein structure
The alpha helix is a right-hand - helix
conformation which is a very common
structural arrangement in the secondary
structure of proteins.

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Formation
In it, every backbone N−H group hydrogen bonds
to the backbone C=O group of the amino acid that
is four residues earlier in the protein sequence.
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Beta Sheet:Structure: It's another common


secondary structure in proteins, consisting of
multiple polypeptide strands lying alongside each
other.

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Formation: The strands are connected by hydrogen


bonds between the carbonyl oxygen of one strand
and the amide hydrogen of an adjacent strand,
forming either parallel or antiparallel arrangements.
Protein structure

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Protein structure

Tertiary Structure: This is the overall three-


dimensional shape of a single polypeptide
chain, resulting from interactions between
amino acid side chains (e.g., hydrophobic
interactions, hydrogen bonds, disulfide bonds).
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Protein structure

Quaternary Structure: Quaternary structure refers to the


arrangement of multiple polypeptide chains (subunits) in a
protein complex. The individual subunits may have their own
tertiary structures, and the overall quaternary structure is
stabilized by interactions similar to those in tertiary structure,
such as hydrogen bonds, hydrophobic interactions, and disulfide
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bonds.

Quaternary structure is essential for the function of many


proteins, particularly those with multiple subunits, such as
enzymes and hemoglobin.
Conformational changes in proteins

Proteins are dynamic molecules that can adopt different conformations, or shapes,
depending on their environment and interactions. Conformational changes are
essential for proteins to carry out their functions effectively.

Conformational Changes
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Ligand Binding: When a protein binds to a ligand (such as a substrate,
hormone, or inhibitor), it often undergoes conformational changes. These
changes can involve small adjustments in the positions of amino acids or
larger-scale movements of protein domains.
Conformational changes in proteins

Allosteric Regulation: Some proteins have allosteric sites separate from their active sites.
Binding of a molecule to these allosteric sites can induce conformational changes that affect the
protein's activity at the active site.
Temperature and pH: Changes in temperature or pH can alter the stability and conformation
of proteins. High temperatures or extreme pH levels can denature proteins, causing them to
unfold and lose their function.
Post-translational Modifications: Proteins can undergo post-translational modifications
such as phosphorylation, or acetylation, which can induce conformational changes. These
modifications can affect protein-protein interactions, enzyme activity, and cellular signaling
pathways.
Protein Folding: Newly synthesized proteins often need to fold into their correct three-
dimensional structures to become functional. This process involves conformational changes as
the protein chain rearranges itself to achieve the lowest energy state.
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