Phosphorylation of EBP50 negatively regulates beta-PIX-dependent Rac1 activity in anoikis
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Cell Death Differ., 19(6), 1027-1037
Journal
Cell Death Differ.
Journal Volume
19
Journal Issue
6
Pages
1027-1037
Date Issued
2012
Date
2012
Author(s)
Chen, J-Y
Lin, Y-Y
Jou, T-S
Abstract
We demonstrated a protein kinase C (PKC)-dependent phosphorylation of canine ezrin/radixin/moesin (ERM)-binding phosphoprotein 50 (EBP50) at serine 347/348 by site-directed mutagenesis and a phospho-specific antibody. Cell fractionation and confocal imaging revealed the relocation of EBP50 from the plasma membrane to cytosol that accompanied this phosphorylation event. Increased phosphorylation at these serine residues led to the dissociation of EBP50 from ezrin and beta-PIX, which are two upstream regulators of Rac1 activation. Cells overexpressing an EBP50 mutant, mimicking serine 347/348 phosphorylation, became refractory to hepatocyte growth factor-induced cell spreading and scattering, which is normally mediated by Rac1 activation. Detachment of cells from the substratum also elicited an increase in EBP50 phosphorylation, apparently due to counteracting activities of PKC and protein phosphastase 2A, which resulted in decreased Rac1 activation and induction of anoikis. Cells overexpressing an EBP50 mutant defective in serine 347/348 phosphorylation did not undergo apoptosis in suspension culture. These studies reveal a signaling cascade in which different phosphorylation states and subcellular localization of EBP50 regulate Rac1 function. Cell Death and Differentiation (2012) 19, 1027-1037; doi:10.1038/cdd.2012.4; published online 3 February 2012
Subjects
EBP50
Rac1
beta-PIX
anoikis
PP2A
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