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DNA single-strand break repair and spinocerebellar ataxia with axonal neuropathy-1
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posted on 2023-06-07, 14:19 authored by S F El-Khamisy, Keith CaldecottKeith CaldecottDNA single-strand breaks (SSBs) are the commonest DNA lesions arising spontaneously in cells, and if not repaired may block transcription or may be converted into potentially lethal/clastogenic DNA double-strand breaks (DSBs). Recently, evidence has emerged that defects in the rapid repair of SSBs preferentially impact the nervous system. In particular, spinocerebellar ataxia with axonal neuropathy (SCAN1) is a human disease that is associated with mutation of TDP1 (tyrosyl DNA phosphodiesterase 1) protein and with a defect in repairing certain types of SSBs. Although SCAN1 is a rare neurodegenerative disorder, understanding the molecular basis of this disease will lead to better understanding of neurodegenerative processes. Here we review recent progress in our understanding of TDP1, single-strand break repair (SSBR), and neurodegenerative disease.
History
Publication status
- Published
Journal
NeuroscienceISSN
0306-4522Publisher
ElsevierIssue
4Volume
145Page range
1260-1266Department affiliated with
- Sussex Centre for Genome Damage Stability Publications
Full text available
- Yes
Peer reviewed?
- Yes