Helical transition of the bridge helix of Cas12a is an allosteric regulator of R-loop formation and RuvC activation
Chhandosee Ganguly, Lindsie Martin, Swarmistha Devi Aribam, Leonard M. Thomas, Rakhi Rajan
This study investigates how the bridge helix (BH) of Cas12a regulates R-loop formation and RuvC activation through conformational changes, revealing structural mechanisms for improving Cas12a specificity.
bioRxiv · Jan 9, 2025 · PreprintBiochemistry