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autophagosome membrane docking

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

The initial attachment of an autophagosome membrane to a target membrane, mediated by proteins protruding from the membrane of the vesicle and the target membrane. Docking requires only that the two membranes come close enough for these proteins to interact and adhere. [GOC:autophagy, GOC:mah]

Autophagosome membrane docking is a crucial step in the process of autophagy, a cellular degradation pathway responsible for the removal of damaged organelles, protein aggregates, and pathogens. This docking process involves the precise interaction of the autophagosome, a double-membrane vesicle that encapsulates cellular cargo, with the lysosome, an organelle containing hydrolytic enzymes.

The docking process begins with the formation of the autophagosome, a complex process that involves the elongation of a specialized membrane structure called the phagophore. The phagophore expands to engulf the targeted cargo, forming a complete double-membrane vesicle. The autophagosome then translocates through the cytoplasm towards the lysosome.

The interaction between the autophagosome and lysosome is mediated by a set of specialized proteins that recognize and bind to specific molecular markers on the respective membranes. These proteins include:

- **SNAREs (Soluble NSF Attachment Protein Receptors):** These proteins are involved in membrane fusion events and act as molecular tethers that facilitate the docking of the autophagosome with the lysosome. SNAREs are classified into two groups: v-SNAREs (vesicle-associated SNAREs) located on the autophagosome and t-SNAREs (target-associated SNAREs) located on the lysosome. The interaction between v-SNAREs and t-SNAREs brings the two membranes into close proximity, facilitating fusion.
- **Rab GTPases:** These small GTP-binding proteins act as molecular switches that regulate different steps in vesicle trafficking. Rab proteins associated with autophagosomes and lysosomes contribute to the docking process by recruiting specific effector proteins that mediate the interaction between the two membranes.

Once the autophagosome and lysosome are docked, the fusion of their membranes occurs, allowing the lysosomal enzymes to access the enclosed cargo within the autophagosome. This fusion process is facilitated by the coordinated action of SNARE proteins, Rab GTPases, and other accessory proteins.

The docking and fusion of the autophagosome and lysosome is a tightly regulated process that requires a precise interplay of molecular signals and protein interactions. This controlled process ensures that the cellular cargo is efficiently delivered to the lysosome for degradation, contributing to cellular homeostasis and survival.'
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Proteins (2)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
Sarcoplasmic/endoplasmic reticulum calcium ATPase 2A sarcoplasmic/endoplasmic reticulum calcium ATPase 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P16615]Homo sapiens (human)
Calmodulin-1A calmodulin (human) that is a translation product of the CALM1 gene. [PRO:DAN, UniProtKB:P0DP23]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (19)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
2,5-di-tert-butylhydroquinone2,5-di-tert-butylbenzene-1,4-diol : A member of the class of hydroquinones that is benzene-1,4-diol substituted by tert-butyl groups at position 2 and 5.hydroquinones
chlorpromazinechlorpromazine : A substituted phenothiazine in which the ring nitrogen at position 10 is attached to C-3 of an N,N-dimethylpropanamine moiety.

Chlorpromazine: The prototypical phenothiazine antipsychotic drug. Like the other drugs in this class chlorpromazine's antipsychotic actions are thought to be due to long-term adaptation by the brain to blocking DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. Chlorpromazine has several other actions and therapeutic uses, including as an antiemetic and in the treatment of intractable hiccup.
organochlorine compound;
phenothiazines;
tertiary amine
anticoronaviral agent;
antiemetic;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
phenothiazine antipsychotic drug
promethazinepromethazine : A tertiary amine that is a substituted phenothiazine in which the ring nitrogen at position 10 is attached to C-3 of an N,N-dimethylpropan-2-amine moiety.

Promethazine: A phenothiazine derivative with histamine H1-blocking, antimuscarinic, and sedative properties. It is used as an antiallergic, in pruritus, for motion sickness and sedation, and also in animals.
phenothiazines;
tertiary amine
anti-allergic agent;
anticoronaviral agent;
antiemetic;
antipruritic drug;
H1-receptor antagonist;
local anaesthetic;
sedative
trifluoperazineN-alkylpiperazine;
N-methylpiperazine;
organofluorine compound;
phenothiazines
antiemetic;
calmodulin antagonist;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 1.8.1.12 (trypanothione-disulfide reductase) inhibitor;
EC 5.3.3.5 (cholestenol Delta-isomerase) inhibitor;
phenothiazine antipsychotic drug
diphenylmethanediphenylmethane : A diarylmethane that is methane substituted by two phenyl groups.diarylmethane
hesperidinhesperidin : A disaccharide derivative that consists of hesperetin substituted by a 6-O-(alpha-L-rhamnopyranosyl)-beta-D-glucopyranosyl moiety at position 7 via a glycosidic linkage.

Hesperidin: A flavanone glycoside found in CITRUS fruit peels.
3'-hydroxyflavanones;
4'-methoxyflavanones;
dihydroxyflavanone;
disaccharide derivative;
flavanone glycoside;
monomethoxyflavanone;
rutinoside
mutagen
flavoneflavone : The simplest member of the class of flavones that consists of 4H-chromen-4-one bearing a phenyl substituent at position 2.

flavone: RN given refers to unlabeled cpd; structure given in first source
flavonesmetabolite;
nematicide
3-hydroxyflavone3-hydroxyflavone: structure given in first source

flavonol : A monohydroxyflavone that is the 3-hydroxy derivative of flavone.
flavonols;
monohydroxyflavone
6-hydroxyflavone6-hydroxyflavone: antioxidant; structure in first sourcehydroxyflavonoid
paxillinepaxilline : An indole diterpene alkaloid with formula C27H33NO4 isolated from Penicillium paxilli. It is a potent inhibitor of large conductance Ca2(+)- and voltage-activated K(+) (BK)-type channels.

paxilline: structure given in first source; RN given refers to (2R-(2alpha,4bbeta,6aalpha,12bbeta,12calpha,14abeta))-isomer
diterpene alkaloid;
enone;
organic heterohexacyclic compound;
terpenoid indole alkaloid;
tertiary alcohol
anticonvulsant;
Aspergillus metabolite;
EC 3.6.3.8 (Ca(2+)-transporting ATPase) inhibitor;
genotoxin;
geroprotector;
mycotoxin;
Penicillium metabolite;
potassium channel blocker
naringenin(S)-naringenin : The (S)-enantiomer of naringenin.(2S)-flavan-4-one;
naringenin
expectorant;
plant metabolite
curcumincurcumin : A beta-diketone that is methane in which two of the hydrogens are substituted by feruloyl groups. A natural dyestuff found in the root of Curcuma longa.

Curcumin: A yellow-orange dye obtained from tumeric, the powdered root of CURCUMA longa. It is used in the preparation of curcuma paper and the detection of boron. Curcumin appears to possess a spectrum of pharmacological properties, due primarily to its inhibitory effects on metabolic enzymes.
aromatic ether;
beta-diketone;
diarylheptanoid;
enone;
polyphenol
anti-inflammatory agent;
antifungal agent;
antineoplastic agent;
biological pigment;
contraceptive drug;
dye;
EC 1.1.1.205 (IMP dehydrogenase) inhibitor;
EC 1.1.1.21 (aldehyde reductase) inhibitor;
EC 1.1.1.25 (shikimate dehydrogenase) inhibitor;
EC 1.6.5.2 [NAD(P)H dehydrogenase (quinone)] inhibitor;
EC 1.8.1.9 (thioredoxin reductase) inhibitor;
EC 2.7.10.2 (non-specific protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
flavouring agent;
food colouring;
geroprotector;
hepatoprotective agent;
immunomodulator;
iron chelator;
ligand;
lipoxygenase inhibitor;
metabolite;
neuroprotective agent;
nutraceutical;
radical scavenger
quercetin7-hydroxyflavonol;
pentahydroxyflavone
antibacterial agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
Aurora kinase inhibitor;
chelator;
EC 1.10.99.2 [ribosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase (quinone)] inhibitor;
geroprotector;
phytoestrogen;
plant metabolite;
protein kinase inhibitor;
radical scavenger
chrysinchrysin : A dihydroxyflavone in which the two hydroxy groups are located at positions 5 and 7.7-hydroxyflavonol;
dihydroxyflavone
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
EC 2.7.11.18 (myosin-light-chain kinase) inhibitor;
hepatoprotective agent;
plant metabolite
7-hydroxyflavone7-hydroxyflavone : A hydroxyflavonoid in which the flavone nucleus is substituted at position 7 by a hydroxy group.hydroxyflavonoid
shamixanthoneshamixanthone : A pyranoxanthene that is 2,3-dihydropyrano[3,2-a]xanthen-12(1H)-one bearing hydroxy substituents at positions 1 and 11 as well as a prop-1-en-2-yl group at position 2, a methyl substituent at position 5 and a 3,3-dimethylallyl group at position 8. A secondary metabolite produced by Aspergillus nidulans.cyclic ketone;
phenols;
pyranoxanthene
metabolite
biselyngbyasidebiselyngbyaside: antineoplastic from the marine cyanobacterium Lyngbya sp.; structure in first source
clozapineclozapine : A benzodiazepine that is 5H-dibenzo[b,e][1,4]diazepine substituted by a chloro group at position 8 and a 4-methylpiperazin-1-yl group at position 11. It is a second generation antipsychotic used in the treatment of psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia.

Clozapine: A tricylic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It binds several types of central nervous system receptors, and displays a unique pharmacological profile. Clozapine is a serotonin antagonist, with strong binding to 5-HT 2A/2C receptor subtype. It also displays strong affinity to several dopaminergic receptors, but shows only weak antagonism at the dopamine D2 receptor, a receptor commonly thought to modulate neuroleptic activity. Agranulocytosis is a major adverse effect associated with administration of this agent.
benzodiazepine;
N-arylpiperazine;
N-methylpiperazine;
organochlorine compound
adrenergic antagonist;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
GABA antagonist;
histamine antagonist;
muscarinic antagonist;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist;
xenobiotic
alpha-cyclopiazonic acidalpha-cyclopiazonic acids