Abstract
The sperm-specific Na+/H+ exchanger SLC9C1 stands out by its unique tripartite domain composition. It is the first known secondary-active transporter which is directly activated by membrane voltage via a voltage-sensing domain (VSD). Our cryo-EM structures of sea urchin SLC9C1 reveal the domain arrangement and new structural coupling elements, allowing us to propose a mechanism for a voltage-activated alternative access mechanism.
Original language | German |
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Pages (from-to) | 721-724 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | BIOspektrum |
Volume | 29 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov-2023 |