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Beclin 1-Vps34 complex architecture: Understanding the nuts and bolts of therapeutic targets

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Autophagy is an important lysosomal degradation pathway that aids in the maintenance of cellular homeostasis by breaking down and recycling intracellular contents. Dysregulation of autophagy is linked to a growing number of human diseases. The Beclin 1-Vps34 protein-protein interaction network is critical for autophagy regulation and is therefore essential to cellular integrity. Manipulation of autophagy, in particular via modulation of the action of the Beclin 1-Vps34 complexes, is considered a promising route to combat autophagy-related diseases. Here we summarize recent findings on the core components and structural architecture of the Beclin 1-Vps34 complexes, and how these findings provide valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms that underlie the multiple functions of these complexes and for devising therapeutic strategies.

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Morris, D.H., Yip, C.K., Shi, Y. et al. Beclin 1-Vps34 complex architecture: Understanding the nuts and bolts of therapeutic targets. Front. Biol. 10, 398–426 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11515-015-1374-y

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