Molecular Dynamics Simulations of the d(TAT) Triple Helix
Publication Date
1997
Description
Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations have been used to study the dynamical and time-averaged characteristics of the DNA triple helix d(T)10âd(A)10âd(T)10. The structures sampled during the trajectory resemble closely the B-type model for the DNA triplex proposed on the basis of NMR data, although there are some subtle differences. Alternative P- and A-type conformations for the triplex, suggested from X-ray experiments, are not predicted to contribute significantly to the structure of the DNA triplex in solution. Comparison with the best available experimental data supports the correctnes of the MD-generated structures. The analysis of the collected data gives a detailed picture of the characteristics of triple-helix DNA. A new and interesting pattern of hydration, specific for triplex DNA, is an important observation. The results suggest that molecular dynamics can be useful for the study of novel nucleic acid structures.
Journal
Journal of the American Chemical Society
Volume
119
First Page
7463
Last Page
7469
Department
Chemistry
Link to Published Version
http://www.armstrong.edu/images/science_technology/ShieldsLO1997.pdf
Recommended Citation
Shields, George C.; Laughton, Charles A.; and Orozco, Modesto. "Molecular Dynamics Simulations of the d(TAT) Triple Helix." Journal of the American Chemical Society (1997) : 7463-7469.