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Thomas AS, Krikken AM, van der Klei IJ, Williams CP. Phosphorylation of Pex11p does not regulate peroxisomal fission in the yeast Hansenula polymorpha. Sci Rep 2015; 5:11493. [PMID: 26099236 PMCID: PMC4477233 DOI: 10.1038/srep11493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2014] [Accepted: 05/26/2015] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Pex11p plays a crucial role in peroxisomal fission. Studies in Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Pichia pastoris indicated that Pex11p is activated by phosphorylation, which results in enhanced peroxisome proliferation. In S. cerevisiae but not in P. pastoris, Pex11p phosphorylation was shown to regulate the protein’s trafficking to peroxisomes. However, phosphorylation of PpPex11p was proposed to influence its interaction with Fis1p, another component of the organellar fission machinery. Here, we have examined the role of Pex11p phosphorylation in the yeast Hansenula polymorpha. Employing mass spectrometry, we demonstrate that HpPex11p is also phosphorylated on a Serine residue present at a similar position to that of ScPex11p and PpPex11p. Furthermore, through the use of mutants designed to mimic both phosphorylated and unphosphorylated forms of HpPex11p, we have investigated the role of this post-translational modification. Our data demonstrate that mutations to the phosphorylation site do not disturb the function of Pex11p in peroxisomal fission, nor do they alter the localization of Pex11p. Also, no effect on peroxisome inheritance was observed. Taken together, these data lead us to conclude that peroxisomal fission in H. polymorpha is not modulated by phosphorylation of Pex11p.
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- Ann S Thomas
- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute, University of Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute, University of Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute, University of Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute, University of Groningen, the Netherlands
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Chang J, Klute MJ, Tower RJ, Mast FD, Dacks JB, Rachubinski RA. An ancestral role in peroxisome assembly is retained by the divisional peroxin Pex11 in the yeast Yarrowia lipolytica. J Cell Sci 2015; 128:1327-40. [PMID: 25663700 DOI: 10.1242/jcs.157743] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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The peroxin Pex11 has a recognized role in peroxisome division. Pex11p remodels and elongates peroxisomal membranes prior to the recruitment of dynamin-related GTPases that act in membrane scission to divide peroxisomes. We performed a comprehensive comparative genomics survey to understand the significance of the evolution of the Pex11 protein family in yeast and other eukaryotes. Pex11p is highly conserved and ancestral, and has undergone numerous lineage-specific duplications, whereas other Pex11 protein family members are fungal-specific innovations. Functional characterization of the in-silico-predicted Pex11 protein family members of the yeast Yarrowia lipolytica, i.e. Pex11p, Pex11Cp and Pex11/25p, demonstrated that Pex11Cp and Pex11/25p have a role in the regulation of peroxisome size and number characteristic of Pex11 protein family members. Unexpectedly, deletion of PEX11 in Y. lipolytica produces cells that lack morphologically identifiable peroxisomes, mislocalize peroxisomal matrix proteins and preferentially degrade peroxisomal membrane proteins, i.e. they exhibit the classical pex mutant phenotype, which has not been observed previously in cells deleted for the PEX11 gene. Our results are consistent with an unprecedented role for Pex11p in de novo peroxisome assembly.
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- Jinlan Chang
- Department of Cell Biology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2H7, Canada
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- Department of Cell Biology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2H7, Canada
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- Department of Cell Biology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2H7, Canada
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- Department of Cell Biology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2H7, Canada
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- Department of Cell Biology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2H7, Canada
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Song P, Liu S, Guo X, Bai X, He X, Zhang B. Scarless gene deletion in methylotrophic Hansenula polymorpha by using mazF as counter-selectable marker. Anal Biochem 2015; 468:66-74. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ab.2014.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2014] [Revised: 09/02/2014] [Accepted: 09/08/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Knoops K, Manivannan S, Cepinska MN, Krikken AM, Kram AM, Veenhuis M, van der Klei IJ. Preperoxisomal vesicles can form in the absence of Pex3. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014; 204:659-68. [PMID: 24590171 PMCID: PMC3941047 DOI: 10.1083/jcb.201310148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Contrary to earlier findings, preperoxisomal membrane structures form in yeast cells lacking the peroxin Pex3 and are competent to mature into functional peroxisomes upon Pex3 reintroduction. We demonstrate that the peroxin Pex3 is not required for the formation of peroxisomal membrane structures in yeast pex3 mutant cells. Notably, pex3 mutant cells already contain reticular and vesicular structures that harbor key proteins of the peroxisomal receptor docking complex—Pex13 and Pex14—as well as the matrix proteins Pex8 and alcohol oxidase. Other peroxisomal membrane proteins in these cells are unstable and transiently localized to the cytosol (Pex10, Pmp47) or endoplasmic reticulum (Pex11). These reticular and vesicular structures are more abundant in cells of a pex3 atg1 double deletion strain, as the absence of Pex3 may render them susceptible to autophagic degradation, which is blocked in this double mutant. Contrary to earlier suggestions, peroxisomes are not formed de novo from the endoplasmic reticulum when the PEX3 gene is reintroduced in pex3 cells. Instead, we find that reintroduced Pex3 sorts to the preperoxisomal structures in pex3 cells, after which these structures mature into normal peroxisomes.
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- Kèvin Knoops
- Molecular Cell Biology, University of Groningen, 9747 AG Groningen, Netherlands
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Hettema EH, Erdmann R, van der Klei I, Veenhuis M. Evolving models for peroxisome biogenesis. Curr Opin Cell Biol 2014; 29:25-30. [PMID: 24681485 PMCID: PMC4148619 DOI: 10.1016/j.ceb.2014.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2014] [Revised: 02/18/2014] [Accepted: 02/21/2014] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Significant progress has been made towards our understanding of the mechanism of peroxisome formation, in particular concerning sorting of peroxisomal membrane proteins, matrix protein import and organelle multiplication. Here we evaluate the progress made in recent years. We focus mainly on progress made in yeasts. We indicate the gaps in our knowledge and discuss conflicting models.
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- Ewald H Hettema
- Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield S10 2TN, UK.
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- System Biochie, Ruhr Universitat Bochum, Universitatstr. 150, D-44780, Bochum, Germany
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology institute, University of Groningen, 11 103, 9700CC, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology institute, University of Groningen, 11 103, 9700CC, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Veenhuis M, van der Klei IJ. A critical reflection on the principles of peroxisome formation in yeast. Front Physiol 2014; 5:110. [PMID: 24688473 PMCID: PMC3960572 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2014.00110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2013] [Accepted: 03/04/2014] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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We have evaluated the current knowledge on peroxisome proliferation in yeast. In wild-type cells, peroxisomes multiply predominantly by fission at conditions that require peroxisome function(s) for growth. In cells that lack peroxisomes, for instance in pex3 and pex19 mutants or in mutants that display inheritance defects, peroxisomes may form de novo. We propose a novel machinery for the de novo formation of peroxisomes in pex3 cells, in which new peroxisomes do not arise from the endoplasmic reticulum. This machinery is based on the recent observation that membrane vesicles are present in pex3 cells that display peroxisomal characteristics in that they contain specific peroxisomal membrane and matrix proteins. These structures are the source for newly formed peroxisomes upon reintroduction of Pex3. Furthermore, we critically evaluate the principles of sorting of other peroxisomal membrane proteins to their target organelle and the function of the endoplasmic reticulum therein.
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- Marten Veenhuis
- Molecular Cell Biology, University of Groningen Groningen, Netherlands
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Peroxisomes carry out various oxidative reactions that are tightly regulated to adapt to the changing needs of the cell and varying external environments. Accordingly, they are remarkably fluid and can change dramatically in abundance, size, shape and content in response to numerous cues. These dynamics are controlled by multiple aspects of peroxisome biogenesis that are coordinately regulated with each other and with other cellular processes. Ongoing studies are deciphering the diverse molecular mechanisms that underlie biogenesis and how they cooperate to dynamically control peroxisome utility. These important challenges should lead to an understanding of peroxisome dynamics that can be capitalized upon for bioengineering and the development of therapies to improve human health.
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- Jennifer J Smith
- 1] Seattle Biomedical Research Institute, 307 Westlake Avenue North, 98109-5240, USA. [2] Institute for Systems Biology, 401 Terry Avenue North, Seattle, Washington 98109-5219, USA
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Saraya R, Gidijala L, Veenhuis M, van der Klei IJ. Tools for genetic engineering of the yeast Hansenula polymorpha. Methods Mol Biol 2014; 1152:43-62. [PMID: 24744026 DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4939-0563-8_3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Hansenula polymorpha is a methylotrophic yeast species that has favorable properties for heterologous protein production and metabolic engineering. It provides an attractive expression platform with the capability to secrete high levels of commercially important proteins. Over the past few years many efforts have led to advances in the development of this microbial host including the generation of expression vectors containing strong constitutive or inducible promoters and a large array of dominant and auxotrophic markers. Moreover, highly efficient transformation procedures used to generate genetically stable strains are now available. Here, we describe these tools as well as the methods for genetic engineering of H. polymorpha.
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- Ruchi Saraya
- Molecular Cell Biology, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Agrawal G, Subramani S. Emerging role of the endoplasmic reticulum in peroxisome biogenesis. Front Physiol 2013; 4:286. [PMID: 24115935 PMCID: PMC3792350 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2013.00286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2013] [Accepted: 09/20/2013] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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During the past few years, we have witnessed a paradigm shift in our long-standing concept of peroxisome biogenesis. Recent biochemical and morphological studies have revealed a primary role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in the de novo formation of peroxisomes, thus challenging the prevalent model invoking growth and division of pre-existing peroxisomes. Importantly, a novel sorting process has been recently defined at the ER that segregates and assembles specific sets of peroxisomal membrane proteins (PMPs) into distinct pre-peroxisomal vesicular carriers (ppVs) that later undergo heterotypic fusion to form mature peroxisomes. Consequently, the emerging model has redefined the function of many peroxins (most notably Pex3, Pex19, and Pex25) and assigned them novel roles in vesicular budding and subsequent peroxisome assembly. These advances establish a novel intracellular membrane trafficking route between the ER and peroxisomes, but the components remain elusive. This review will provide a historical perspective and focus on recent developments in the emerging role of the ER in peroxisome biogenesis.
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- Gaurav Agrawal
- Section of Molecular Biology, Division of Biological Sciences, University of CaliforniaSan Diego, La Jolla, CA, USA
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Kawałek A, Lefevre SD, Veenhuis M, van der Klei IJ. Peroxisomal catalase deficiency modulates yeast lifespan depending on growth conditions. Aging (Albany NY) 2013; 5:67-83. [PMID: 23425686 PMCID: PMC3616232 DOI: 10.18632/aging.100519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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We studied the role of peroxisomal catalase in chronological aging of the yeastHansenula polymorpha in relation to various growth substrates. Catalase-deficient (cat) cells showed a similar chronological life span (CLS) relative to the wild-type control upon growth on carbon and nitrogen sources that are not oxidized by peroxisomal enzymes. However, when media contained methylamine, which is oxidized by peroxisomal amine oxidase, the CLS of cat cells was significantly reduced. Conversely, the CLS of cat cells was enhanced relative to the wild-type control, when cells were grown on methanol, which is oxidized by peroxisomal alcohol oxidase. At these conditions strongly enhanced ROS levels were observed during the exponential growth phase of cat cells. This was paralleled by activation of the transcription factor Yap1, as well as an increase in the levels of the antioxidant enzymes cytochrome c peroxidase and superoxide dismutase. Upon deletion of the genes encoding Yap1 or cytochrome c peroxidase, the CLS extension of cat cells on methanol was abolished. These findings reveal for the first time an important role of enhanced cytochrome c peroxidase levels in yeast CLS extension.
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- Adam Kawałek
- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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Williams C, van der Klei IJ. Pexophagy-linked degradation of the peroxisomal membrane protein Pex3p involves the ubiquitin-proteasome system. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2013; 438:395-401. [PMID: 23899522 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2013.07.086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2013] [Accepted: 07/20/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Peroxisome autophagy, also known as pexophagy, describes the wholesale degradation of peroxisomes via the vacuole, when organelles become damaged or redundant. In the methylotrophic yeast Hansenula polymorpha, pexophagy is stimulated when cells growing on methanol are exposed to excess glucose. Degradation of the peroxisomal membrane protein Pex3p, a process that does not involve the vacuole, was shown to trigger pexophagy. In this contribution, we have characterised pexophagy-associated Pex3p degradation further. We show that Pex3p breakdown depends on ubiquitin and confirm that Pex3p is a target for ubiquitination. Furthermore, we identify a role for the peroxisomal E3 ligases Pex2p and Pex10p in Pex3p degradation, suggesting the existence of a ubiquitin-dependent pathway involved in removing proteins from the peroxisomal membrane.
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- Chris Williams
- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute, University of Groningen, The Netherlands.
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Lipid droplets and peroxisomes: key players in cellular lipid homeostasis or a matter of fat--store 'em up or burn 'em down. Genetics 2013; 193:1-50. [PMID: 23275493 PMCID: PMC3527239 DOI: 10.1534/genetics.112.143362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 164] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Lipid droplets (LDs) and peroxisomes are central players in cellular lipid homeostasis: some of their main functions are to control the metabolic flux and availability of fatty acids (LDs and peroxisomes) as well as of sterols (LDs). Both fatty acids and sterols serve multiple functions in the cell—as membrane stabilizers affecting membrane fluidity, as crucial structural elements of membrane-forming phospholipids and sphingolipids, as protein modifiers and signaling molecules, and last but not least, as a rich carbon and energy source. In addition, peroxisomes harbor enzymes of the malic acid shunt, which is indispensable to regenerate oxaloacetate for gluconeogenesis, thus allowing yeast cells to generate sugars from fatty acids or nonfermentable carbon sources. Therefore, failure of LD and peroxisome biogenesis and function are likely to lead to deregulated lipid fluxes and disrupted energy homeostasis with detrimental consequences for the cell. These pathological consequences of LD and peroxisome failure have indeed sparked great biomedical interest in understanding the biogenesis of these organelles, their functional roles in lipid homeostasis, interaction with cellular metabolism and other organelles, as well as their regulation, turnover, and inheritance. These questions are particularly burning in view of the pandemic development of lipid-associated disorders worldwide.
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Tabak HF, Braakman I, Zand AVD. Peroxisome Formation and Maintenance Are Dependent on the Endoplasmic Reticulum. Annu Rev Biochem 2013; 82:723-44. [DOI: 10.1146/annurev-biochem-081111-125123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Henk F. Tabak
- Section of Cellular Protein Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Utrecht University, NL-3584 CH Utrecht, the Netherlands;
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- Section of Cellular Protein Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Utrecht University, NL-3584 CH Utrecht, the Netherlands;
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- Section of Cellular Protein Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Utrecht University, NL-3584 CH Utrecht, the Netherlands;
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Manivannan S, de Boer R, Veenhuis M, van der Klei IJ. Lumenal peroxisomal protein aggregates are removed by concerted fission and autophagy events. Autophagy 2013; 9:1044-56. [PMID: 23614977 DOI: 10.4161/auto.24543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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We demonstrated that in the yeast Hansenula polymorpha peroxisome fission and degradation are coupled processes that are important to remove intra-organellar protein aggregates. Protein aggregates were formed in peroxisomes upon synthesis of a mutant catalase variant. We showed that the introduction of these aggregates in the peroxisomal lumen had physiological disadvantages as it affected growth and caused enhanced levels of reactive oxygen species. Formation of the protein aggregates was followed by asymmetric peroxisome fission to separate the aggregate from the mother organelle. Subsequently, these small, protein aggregate-containing organelles were degraded by autophagy. In line with this observation we showed that the degradation of the protein aggregates was strongly reduced in dnm1 and pex11 cells in which peroxisome fission is reduced. Moreover, this process was dependent on Atg1 and Atg11.
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Schrader M, Grille S, Fahimi HD, Islinger M. Peroxisome interactions and cross-talk with other subcellular compartments in animal cells. Subcell Biochem 2013; 69:1-22. [PMID: 23821140 DOI: 10.1007/978-94-007-6889-5_1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Peroxisomes are remarkably plastic and dynamic organelles, which fulfil important functions in hydrogen peroxide and lipid metabolism rendering them essential for human health and development. Despite great advances in the identification and characterization of essential components and molecular mechanisms associated with the biogenesis and function of peroxisomes, our understanding of how peroxisomes are incorporated into metabolic pathways and cellular communication networks is just beginning to emerge. Here we address the interaction of peroxisomes with other subcellular compartments including the relationship with the endoplasmic reticulum, the peroxisome-mitochondria connection and the association with lipid droplets. We highlight metabolic cooperations and potential cross-talk and summarize recent findings on peroxisome-peroxisome interactions and the interaction of peroxisomes with microtubules in mammalian cells.
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- Michael Schrader
- College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Biosciences, University of Exeter, Geoffrey Pope Building, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4QD, UK,
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Peroxisomes are ubiquitous and versatile cell organelles. They consist of a single membrane that encloses a proteinaceous matrix. Conserved functions are fatty acid β-oxidation and hydrogen peroxide metabolism. In filamentous fungi, many other metabolic functions have been identified. Also, they contain highly specialized peroxisome-derived structures termed Woronin bodies, which have a structural function in plugging septal pores in order to prevent cytoplasmic bleeding of damaged hyphae.In filamentous fungi peroxisomes play key roles in the production of a range of secondary metabolites such as antibiotics. Most likely the atlas of fungal peroxisomal metabolic pathways is still far from complete. Relative recently discovered functions include their role in biotin biosynthesis as well as in the production of several toxins, among which polyketides. Finally, in filamentous fungi peroxisomes are important for development and pathogenesis.In this contribution we present an overview of our current knowledge on fungal peroxisome formation as well as on their functional diversity.
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- Ida J van der Klei
- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, 11103, 9700CC, Groningen, The Netherlands,
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Peroxisomes are remarkably versatile cell organelles whose size, shape, number, and protein content can vary greatly depending on the organism, the developmental stage of the organism’s life cycle, and the environment in which the organism lives. The main functions usually associated with peroxisomes include the metabolism of lipids and reactive oxygen species. However, in recent years, it has become clear that these organelles may also act as intracellular signaling platforms that mediate developmental decisions by modulating extraperoxisomal concentrations of several second messengers. To fulfill their functions, peroxisomes physically and functionally interact with other cell organelles, including mitochondria and the endoplasmic reticulum. Defects in peroxisome dynamics can lead to organelle dysfunction and have been associated with various human disorders. The purpose of this paper is to thoroughly summarize and discuss the current concepts underlying peroxisome formation, multiplication, and degradation. In addition, this paper will briefly highlight what is known about the interplay between peroxisomes and other cell organelles and explore the physiological and pathological implications of this interorganellar crosstalk.
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- Marc Fransen
- Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, KU Leuven, Herestraat 49, P.O. Box 601, 3000 Leuven, Belgium
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Pieuchot L, Jedd G. Peroxisome Assembly and Functional Diversity in Eukaryotic Microorganisms. Annu Rev Microbiol 2012; 66:237-63. [DOI: 10.1146/annurev-micro-092611-150126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Laurent Pieuchot
- Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory and Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore, 117604 Singapore; ,
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- Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory and Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore, 117604 Singapore; ,
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From networks of protein interactions to networks of functional dependencies. BMC SYSTEMS BIOLOGY 2012; 6:44. [PMID: 22607727 PMCID: PMC3434018 DOI: 10.1186/1752-0509-6-44] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2011] [Accepted: 05/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background As protein-protein interactions connect proteins that participate in either the same or different functions, networks of interacting and functionally annotated proteins can be converted into process graphs of inter-dependent function nodes (each node corresponding to interacting proteins with the same functional annotation). However, as proteins have multiple annotations, the process graph is non-redundant, if only proteins participating directly in a given function are included in the related function node. Results Reasoning that topological features (e.g., clusters of highly inter-connected proteins) might help approaching structured and non-redundant understanding of molecular function, an algorithm was developed that prioritizes inclusion of proteins into the function nodes that best overlap protein clusters. Specifically, the algorithm identifies function nodes (and their mutual relations), based on the topological analysis of a protein interaction network, which can be related to various biological domains, such as cellular components (e.g., peroxisome and cellular bud) or biological processes (e.g., cell budding) of the model organism S. cerevisiae. Conclusions The method we have described allows converting a protein interaction network into a non-redundant process graph of inter-dependent function nodes. The examples we have described show that the resulting graph allows researchers to formulate testable hypotheses about dependencies among functions and the underlying mechanisms.
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Opaliński Ł, Bartoszewska M, Fekken S, Liu H, de Boer R, van der Klei I, Veenhuis M, Kiel JAKW. De novo peroxisome biogenesis in Penicillium chrysogenum is not dependent on the Pex11 family members or Pex16. PLoS One 2012; 7:e35490. [PMID: 22536392 PMCID: PMC3334907 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0035490] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2012] [Accepted: 03/16/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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We have analyzed the role of the three members of the Pex11 protein family in peroxisome formation in the filamentous fungus Penicillium chrysogenum. Two of these, Pex11 and Pex11C, are components of the peroxisomal membrane, while Pex11B is present at the endoplasmic reticulum. We show that Pex11 is a major factor involved in peroxisome proliferation. We also demonstrate that P. chrysogenum cells deleted for known peroxisome fission factors (all Pex11 family proteins and Vps1) still contain peroxisomes. Interestingly, we find that, unlike in mammals, Pex16 is not essential for peroxisome biogenesis in P. chrysogenum, as partially functional peroxisomes are present in a pex16 deletion strain. We also show that Pex16 is not involved in de novo biogenesis of peroxisomes, as peroxisomes were still present in quadruple Δpex11 Δpex11B Δpex11C Δpex16 mutant cells. By contrast, pex3 deletion in P. chrysogenum led to cells devoid of peroxisomes, suggesting that Pex3 may function independently of Pex16. Finally, we demonstrate that the presence of intact peroxisomes is important for the efficiency of ß-lactam antibiotics production by P. chrysogenum. Remarkably, distinct from earlier results with low penicillin producing laboratory strains, upregulation of peroxisome numbers in a high producing P. chrysogenum strain had no significant effect on penicillin production.
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- Łukasz Opaliński
- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology, Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute (GBB), University of Groningen, Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation, AG Groningen, the Netherlands
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Islinger M, Grille S, Fahimi HD, Schrader M. The peroxisome: an update on mysteries. Histochem Cell Biol 2012; 137:547-74. [DOI: 10.1007/s00418-012-0941-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 87] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/27/2012] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Koch J, Brocard C. PEX11 proteins attract Mff and hFis1 to coordinate peroxisomal fission. J Cell Sci 2012; 125:3813-26. [DOI: 10.1242/jcs.102178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 73] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Fission of membrane-bound organelles requires membrane remodeling processes to enable and facilitate the assembly of the scission machinery. Proteins of the PEX11 family were shown to act as membrane elongation factors during peroxisome proliferation. Furthermore, through interaction with fission factors these proteins coordinate progression of membrane scission. Using a biochemical approach, we determined the membrane topology of PEX11γ, one of the three human PEX11 proteins. Analysis of mutated PEX11γ versions, which localize to peroxisomes revealed essential domains for membrane elongation including an amphipathic region and regulatory sequences thereof. Through pegylation assays and in vivo studies, we establish that the PEX11γ sequence encloses two membrane anchored domains, which dock an amphipathic region onto the peroxisomal membrane thereby regulating its elongation. The interaction profile of PEX11γ and mutated versions reveals a rearrangement between homo- and heterodimerization and association with fission factors. We also demonstrate the presence of the mitochondrial fission factor Mff on peroxisomes and its interaction with PEX11 proteins. Our data allow for assumptions on a molecular mechanism for the process of peroxisome proliferation in mammalian cells, that i) PEX11γ is required and acts in coordination with at least one of the other PEX11 proteins to protrude the peroxisomal membrane, ii) PEX11 proteins attract both Mff and hFis1 to their site of action and, iii) the concerted interaction of PEX11 proteins provides spatiotemporal control for growth and division of peroxisomes.
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Fission and proliferation of peroxisomes. Biochim Biophys Acta Mol Basis Dis 2011; 1822:1343-57. [PMID: 22240198 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbadis.2011.12.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 129] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2011] [Revised: 12/22/2011] [Accepted: 12/23/2011] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Peroxisomes are remarkably dynamic, multifunctional organelles, which react to physiological changes in their cellular environment and adopt their morphology, number, enzyme content and metabolic functions accordingly. At the organelle level, the key molecular machinery controlling peroxisomal membrane elongation and remodeling as well as membrane fission is becoming increasingly established and defined. Key players in peroxisome division are conserved in animals, plants and fungi, and key fission components are shared with mitochondria. However, the physiological stimuli and corresponding signal transduction pathways regulating and modulating peroxisome maintenance and proliferation are, despite a few exceptions, largely unexplored. There is emerging evidence that peroxisomal dynamics and proper regulation of peroxisome number and morphology are crucial for the physiology of the cell, as well as for the pathology of the organism. Here, we discuss several key aspects of peroxisomal fission and proliferation and highlight their association with certain diseases. We address signaling and transcriptional events resulting in peroxisome proliferation, and focus on novel findings concerning the key division components and their interplay. Finally, we present an updated model of peroxisomal growth and division. This article is part of a Special Issue entitled: Metabolic Functions and Biogenesis of Peroxisomes in Health and Disease.
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Saraya R, Krikken AM, Kiel JA, Baerends RJ, Veenhuis M, Klei IJ. Novel genetic tools for Hansenula polymorpha. FEMS Yeast Res 2011; 12:271-8. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1567-1364.2011.00772.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2011] [Revised: 11/23/2011] [Accepted: 11/24/2011] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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- Ruchi Saraya
- Molecular Cell Biology; Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute; Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation; University of Groningen; Groningen; The Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology; Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute; Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation; University of Groningen; Groningen; The Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology; Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute; Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation; University of Groningen; Groningen; The Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology; Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute; Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation; University of Groningen; Groningen; The Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology; Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute; Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation; University of Groningen; Groningen; The Netherlands
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- Molecular Cell Biology; Groningen Biomolecular Sciences and Biotechnology Institute; Kluyver Centre for Genomics of Industrial Fermentation; University of Groningen; Groningen; The Netherlands
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Huber A, Koch J, Kragler F, Brocard C, Hartig A. A subtle interplay between three Pex11 proteins shapes de novo formation and fission of peroxisomes. Traffic 2011; 13:157-67. [PMID: 21951626 PMCID: PMC3245845 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0854.2011.01290.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The organization of eukaryotic cells into membrane-bound compartments must be faithfully sustained for survival of the cell. A subtle equilibrium exists between the degradation and the proliferation of organelles. Commonly, proliferation is initiated by a membrane remodeling process. Here, we dissect the function of proteins driving organelle proliferation in the particular case of peroxisomes. These organelles are formed either through a growth and division process from existing peroxisomes or de novo from the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). Among the proteins involved in the biogenesis of peroxisomes, peroxins, members of the Pex11 protein family participate in peroxisomal membrane alterations. In the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, the Pex11 family consists of three proteins, Pex11p, Pex25p and Pex27p. Here we demonstrate that yeast mutants lacking peroxisomes require the presence of Pex25p to regenerate this organelle de novo. We also provide evidence showing that Pex27p inhibits peroxisomal function and illustrate that Pex25p initiates elongation of the peroxisomal membrane. Our data establish that although structurally conserved each of the three Pex11 protein family members plays a distinct role. While ScPex11p promotes the proliferation of peroxisomes already present in the cell, ScPex25p initiates remodeling at the peroxisomal membrane and ScPex27p acts to counter this activity. In addition, we reveal that ScPex25p acts in concert with Pex3p in the initiation of de novo peroxisome biogenesis from the ER.
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- Anja Huber
- University of Vienna, Max F. Perutz Laboratories, Center for Molecular Biology, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Dr. Bohr-Gasse 9, Vienna, Austria
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Koch J, Brocard C. Membrane elongation factors in organelle maintenance: the case of peroxisome proliferation. Biomol Concepts 2011; 2:353-364. [PMID: 21984887 DOI: 10.1515/bmc.2011.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Separation of metabolic pathways in organelles is critical for eukaryotic life. Accordingly, the number, morphology and function of organelles have to be maintained through processes linked with membrane remodeling events. Despite their acknowledged significance and intense study many questions remain about the molecular mechanisms by which organellar membranes proliferate. Here, using the example of peroxisome proliferation, we give an overview of how proteins elongate membranes. Subsequent membrane fission is achieved by dynamin-related proteins shared with mitochondria. We discuss basic criteria that membranes have to fulfill for these fission factors to complete the scission. Because peroxisome elongation is always associated with unequal distribution of matrix and membrane proteins, we propose peroxisomal division to be non-stochastic and asymmetric. We further show that these organelles need not be functional to carry on membrane elongation and present the most recent findings concerning members of the Pex11 protein family as membrane elongation factors. These factors, beside known proteins such as BAR-domain proteins, represent another family of proteins containing an amphipathic α-helix with membrane bending activity.
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- Johannes Koch
- Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, University of Vienna, Max F. Perutz Laboratories, Center of Molecular Biology, Dr. Bohr-Gasse 9, A-1030 Vienna, Austria
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