IP6 is an HIV pocket factor that prevents capsid collapse and promotes DNA synthesis

The HIV capsid is semipermeable and covered in electropositive pores that are essential for viral DNA synthesis and infection. Here, we show that these pores bind the abundant cellular polyanion IP6, transforming viral stability from minutes to hours and allowing newly synthesised DNA to accumulate...

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Main Authors: Donna L Mallery, Chantal L Márquez, William A McEwan, Claire F Dickson, David A Jacques, Madhanagopal Anandapadamanaban, Katsiaryna Bichel, Gregory J Towers, Adolfo Saiardi, Till Böcking, Leo C James
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: eLife Sciences Publications Ltd 2018-05-01
Series:eLife
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Online Access:https://elifesciences.org/articles/35335