The structure of GRK2-G beta gamma complex: intimate association of G-protein signaling modules

Trends Pharmacol Sci. 2004 Feb;25(2):61-3. doi: 10.1016/j.tips.2003.12.006.

Abstract

G-protein-mediated signaling is the most widely used signaling mechanism in cells and its regulation is crucial for various physiological functions. G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) kinases (GRKs) are involved in the desensitization of GPCR signals. Recently, the X-ray crystal structure of GRK2 complexed with G beta gamma was demonstrated and revealed the intimate association of three important signaling modules with G beta gamma to regulate GRK2 activity.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cyclic AMP-Dependent Protein Kinases / physiology*
  • GTP-Binding Protein Regulators / physiology
  • Signal Transduction / physiology*
  • Structure-Activity Relationship
  • beta-Adrenergic Receptor Kinases

Substances

  • GTP-Binding Protein Regulators
  • Cyclic AMP-Dependent Protein Kinases
  • beta-Adrenergic Receptor Kinases