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Unleashing the Ambra1-Beclin 1 complex from dynein chains: Ulk1 sets Ambra1 free to induce autophagy
24 Nov 2010
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The Beclin 1-VPS34 complex plays a crucial role in the induction of the autophagic process by generating PtdIns(3)P-rich membranes, which act as platforms for ATG protein recruitment and autophagosome nucleation. Several cofactors, such as Ambra1, ATG14 and UVRAG, are necessary for Beclin 1 complex activity. However, the mechanism by which Beclin 1 complex activity is: stimulated by autophagic stimuli has not yet...
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