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protein-cysteine methyltransferase activity

Definition

Target type: molecularfunction

Catalysis of the reaction: L-cysteinyl-[protein] + S-adenosyl-L-methionine = H+ + S-adenosyl-L-homocysteine + S-methyl-L-cysteinyl-[protein]. [GOC:sp, PMID:21481189, PMID:22158122, PMID:24235145, PMID:25412445, RHEA:66544]

Protein-cysteine methyltransferases (PCMTs) catalyze the transfer of a methyl group from S-adenosyl methionine (SAM) to a cysteine residue in a protein substrate. This methylation reaction is crucial for regulating various cellular processes.

PCMTs can methylate cysteine residues located within different protein domains, including zinc finger domains, SH2 domains, and protein-protein interaction domains. Methylation can alter protein conformation, stability, and interactions with other molecules, leading to changes in protein function.

One important function of PCMTs is to regulate protein-protein interactions. Methylation can either enhance or disrupt interactions between proteins, depending on the specific location and context of the methylation event. This is particularly important in signaling pathways, where PCMTs can modulate the formation of protein complexes and the downstream activation of signaling cascades.

Another key function of PCMTs is to influence protein stability and activity. Methylation can alter protein folding, leading to changes in protein conformation and stability. Furthermore, methylation can directly affect the activity of certain proteins by altering their catalytic site or influencing their interactions with substrates.

The diverse functions of PCMTs highlight their importance in a wide range of cellular processes, including signal transduction, protein trafficking, DNA repair, and gene regulation. Aberrant PCMT activity has been linked to various diseases, including cancer, neurodevelopmental disorders, and metabolic diseases.

In summary, protein-cysteine methyltransferases play a critical role in regulating protein function by catalyzing the transfer of a methyl group to cysteine residues. This methylation event can modulate protein conformation, stability, and interactions with other molecules, thereby impacting a wide range of cellular processes.'
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Proteins (2)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
DNA (cytosine-5)-methyltransferase 3AA DNA (cytosine-5)-methyltransferase 3A that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q9Y6K1]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2AA histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2A that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q03164]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (15)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
lansoprazoleLansoprazole: A 2,2,2-trifluoroethoxypyridyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. Lansoprazole is a racemic mixture of (R)- and (S)-isomers.benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
anti-ulcer drug;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor
omeprazole5-methoxy-2-{[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl}-1H-benzimidazole : A member of the class of benzimidazoles that is 1H-benzimidazole which is substituted by a [4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl group at position 2 and a methoxy group at position 5.

omeprazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-omeprazole.

Omeprazole: A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.
aromatic ether;
benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
procainamideprocainamide : A benzamide that is 4-aminobenzamide substituted on the amide N by a 2-(diethylamino)ethyl group. It is a pharmaceutical antiarrhythmic agent used for the medical treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.

Procainamide: A class Ia antiarrhythmic drug that is structurally-related to PROCAINE.
benzamidesanti-arrhythmia drug;
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
sodium channel blocker
rabeprazoleRabeprazole: A 4-(3-methoxypropoxy)-3-methylpyridinyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
anti-ulcer drug;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor
dichlonedichlone: structure
5,5'-methylenedisalicylic acid5,5'-methylenedisalicylic acid: inhibits attachment of ribosomes to microsomal membranes; RN given refers to parent cpd; structure in first source & Merck Index, 9th ed, #5934
s-adenosylhomocysteineS-adenosyl-L-homocysteine : An organic sulfide that is the S-adenosyl derivative of L-homocysteine.

S-Adenosylhomocysteine: 5'-S-(3-Amino-3-carboxypropyl)-5'-thioadenosine. Formed from S-adenosylmethionine after transmethylation reactions.
adenosines;
amino acid zwitterion;
homocysteine derivative;
homocysteines;
organic sulfide
cofactor;
EC 2.1.1.72 [site-specific DNA-methyltransferase (adenine-specific)] inhibitor;
EC 2.1.1.79 (cyclopropane-fatty-acyl-phospholipid synthase) inhibitor;
epitope;
fundamental metabolite
rg108RG108: DNA methyltransferase inhibitor; structure in first sourceindolyl carboxylic acid
genistein7-hydroxyisoflavonesantineoplastic agent;
EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor;
geroprotector;
human urinary metabolite;
phytoestrogen;
plant metabolite;
tyrosine kinase inhibitor
scutellareinscutellarein : Flavone substituted with hydroxy groups at C-4', -5, -6 and -7.

scutellarein: aglycone of scutellarin from Scutellaria baicalensis; carthamidin is 2S isomer of scutellarein; do not confuse with isoscutellarein and/or isocarthamidin which are respective regioisomers, or with the scutelarin protein
tetrahydroxyflavonemetabolite
dexlansoprazoleDexlansoprazole: The R-isomer of lansoprazole that is used to treat severe GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE.benzimidazoles;
sulfoxide
sgi-1027SGI-1027: inhibits DNA methyltransferase 1; structure in first source
4-[4-(5,5-dimethyl-4H-thiazol-2-yl)-1-piperazinyl]-6-propylthieno[2,3-d]pyrimidineN-arylpiperazine;
thienopyrimidine
gsk343GSK343 : A member of the class of indazoles that is 1-isopropyl-1H-indazole-4-carboxamide in which the nitrogen of the carboxamide group is substituted by a (6-methyl-2-oxo-4-propyl-1,2-dihydropyridin-3-yl)methyl group and in which the indazole ring is substituted at position 6 by a 2-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)pyridin-4-yl group. A highly potent and selective EZH2 inhibitor (IC50 = 4 nM).

GSK343: an EZH2 methyltransferase inhibitor
aminopyridine;
indazoles;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
pyridone;
secondary carboxamide
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 2.1.1.43 (enhancer of zeste homolog 2) inhibitor
6,7-dimethoxy-2-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)-n-(5-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)pentyl)quinazolin-4-amine6,7-dimethoxy-2-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)-N-(5-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)pentyl)quinazolin-4-amine: a SETD8 inhibitor; structure in first source