Transient transfection and purification of SARS-CoV-2 spike protein from mammalian cells

Summary: SARS-CoV-2 spike (S) protein ectodomain purification can be challenging, with engineered and natural variations often resulting in lower yields. Here, we present a detailed transfection and purification protocol for the SARS-CoV-2 S ectodomain. We describe how to trace protein yields during...

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Main Authors: Victoria Stalls, Katarzyna Janowska, Priyamvada Acharya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-09-01
Series:STAR Protocols
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S266616672200483X
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Summary:Summary: SARS-CoV-2 spike (S) protein ectodomain purification can be challenging, with engineered and natural variations often resulting in lower yields. Here, we present a detailed transfection and purification protocol for the SARS-CoV-2 S ectodomain. We describe how to trace protein yields during purification using highly sensitive and characteristic changes in S ectodomain intrinsic fluorescence upon thermal denaturation. Additionally, we detail several optimized aspects of the purification including timing and temperature. This protocol facilitates consistent, high-quality preparations of the SARS-CoV-2 S ectodomain.For complete details on the use and execution of this protocol, please refer to Stalls et al. (2022), Gobeil et al. (2022), Edwards et al. (2021), and Henderson et al. (2020). : Publisher’s note: Undertaking any experimental protocol requires adherence to local institutional guidelines for laboratory safety and ethics.
ISSN:2666-1667