We propose the use of two dimensional NMR experiments, in conjunction with distance geometry calculations and computer graphics, to measure the solution structure of peptides, nucleotides, and small proteins. High resolution proton NMR spectra contain enough information to determine molecular geometries with an accuracy of a few angstroms. The important steps to obtain this information are 1) assignment of the proton NMR signals, 2) measurement of NOE's for short distances, 3) use of paramagnetic reagents for long distances, 4) calculation of molecular coordinates from the distances using distance geometry, and 5) refinement of the molecular structure using energy calculations and interactive computer graphics. Experiments are described to improve the spectral assignment procedure and to assess the feasibility of measuring a wide range of distances. The complications introduced by molecular motion are discussed in detail. The project is a large scale one, requiring access to a high field NMR Spectrometer, and a dedicated computer. Because of the enormous potential of the method and the very significant effort required to bring it to fruition, we propose it as a Resource-Related Research Project.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Type
Resource-Related Research Projects (R24)
Project #
5R24RR001695-03
Application #
3450550
Study Section
(SSS)
Project Start
1984-06-01
Project End
1987-11-30
Budget Start
1986-06-01
Budget End
1987-11-30
Support Year
3
Fiscal Year
1986
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
University of California San Francisco
Department
Type
Schools of Pharmacy
DUNS #
073133571
City
San Francisco
State
CA
Country
United States
Zip Code
94143
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