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Molecular modelling studies of the transmembrane domain, and in particular of the pore-forming region, of voltage-gated K+channels are reviewed. Sequence analysis methods are used to define transmembrane helices and their orientation within the intact channel protein. A detailed comparison is presented of three models (from different research groups) of the (H5)4domain. These models have all been generated by systematic attempts to fit experimental data which identify pore-lining sidechains. The models are analysed in terms of pore radius profiles and predicted conductances, as well as the extent of their agreement with published mutagenesis data. An extended pore domain model, (S5-H5-S6)4, which includes the S5 and S6 helices packed around a bulged β-barrel of (H5)4, is also described and analysed.

Original publication

DOI

10.1023/A:1017024410293

Type

Journal article

Journal

Perspectives in Drug Discovery and Design

Publication Date

12/07/1999

Volume

15-16

Pages

187 - 214