Acta Crystallogr D Struct Biol July 2025 PMID 40576968

Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1-5.

Muhammad Saleem, Chan Li, Bubacarr G Kaira, Alexander K Brown, Monika Pathak, Shabir Najmudin, Nathan Cowieson, Ingrid Dreveny, Clare Wilson, Aleksandr Shamanaev, David Gailani, Stephanie A Smith, James H Morrissey, Helen Philippou, Jonas Emsley

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Jun 2025 – Jul 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collective commentary demonstrates a strong interest in the structural elucidation of Factor XII, with posts referencing the crystal structures, zinc binding, and domain conformational changes. The tone varies from neutral to slightly enthusiastic, as seen in mentions of the research unveiling key interactions and potential functional implications, illustrating moderate engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the structural findings, with some emphasizing the potential implications for understanding blood coagulation. However, a few tweets remain neutral or purely informational without explicitly endorsing the i

InterestHigh interest

The posts show high interest by highlighting details like zinc binding and domain interactions, reflecting curiosity and enthusiasm for structural insights.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several tweets discuss specific structural aspects and mention other studies or domains, indicating moderate engagement, but there is limited depth in analysis or critical discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

While the structural details are recognized as valuable for future research and potential clinical applications, the overall tone suggests a general appreciation rather than a push for immediate impact or groundbreaking change.

Abstract in brief

  • This text discusses the structure of Factor XII (FXII), a protein involved in blood clotting and inflammation, highlighting how its N-terminal domains help it bind to polyanions and zinc ions.
  • The researchers determined the detailed crystal structures of specific FXII domains, revealing important interactions like zinc binding and how two FXII molecules can form a dimer, which may influence its activity.
  • The findings provide a comprehensive understanding of FXII's domain arrangement and how its structure supports binding to various molecules, which is key to its role in coagulation and inflammatory processes.]

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Structural Biology
@ActaCrystD · X

To investigate coagulation factor XII ligand binding, crystal structures of its five N-terminal domains and of its FnII domain bound to Zn2+ were determined @UniofNottingham @universityleeds #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDomain #KringleDomain https://t.co/Gb0Nk8LYRU https://t.co/RAu00bpmng

Jul 24, 2025 · 2 likes · 3,029 followers View post →
Structural Biology
@ActaCrystD · X

Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5: conformational change of the factor XII fibronectin type II latch loop Read more at https://t.co/Gb0Nk8LYRU https://t.co/4A7SNWlwY2

Jul 21, 2025 · 1 like · 3,029 followers View post →
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@actacrystd.iucr.org · Bluesky

Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5: conformational change of the factor XII fibronectin type II latch loop Read more at doi.org/10.1107/S205...

Jul 21, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share View post →
Structural Biology
@ActaCrystD · X

M​uhammad Saleem et al.: Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5 #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDomain #KringleDomain @UniofNottingham @universityleeds... #IUCr https://t.co/1VtmXprw3E

Jun 27, 2025 · 1 share · 3,029 followers View post →
Mohamad Taha
@taha_moham46129 · X

RT @ActaCrystD: M​uhammad Saleem et al.: Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5 #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDo…

Jun 29, 2025 · 1 share · 22 followers View post →
Structural Biology
@actacrystd.iucr.org · Bluesky

M​uhammad Saleem et al.: Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5 #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDomain #KringleDomain @UniofNottingham@universityleeds...#IUCr https://journals.iucr.org/paper?S2059798325005297

Jun 27, 2025 View post →

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Structural Biology
@ActaCrystD · X

To investigate coagulation factor XII ligand binding, crystal structures of its five N-terminal domains and of its FnII domain bound to Zn2+ were determined @UniofNottingham @universityleeds #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDomain #KringleDomain https://t.co/Gb0Nk8LYRU https://t.co/RAu00bpmng

Jul 24, 2025 · 2 likes · 3,029 followers View post →
Structural Biology
@actacrystd.iucr.org · Bluesky

Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5: conformational change of the factor XII fibronectin type II latch loop Read more at doi.org/10.1107/S205...

Jul 21, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share View post →
Structural Biology
@ActaCrystD · X

Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5: conformational change of the factor XII fibronectin type II latch loop Read more at https://t.co/Gb0Nk8LYRU https://t.co/4A7SNWlwY2

Jul 21, 2025 · 1 like · 3,029 followers View post →
Mohamad Taha
@taha_moham46129 · X

RT @ActaCrystD: M​uhammad Saleem et al.: Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5 #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDo…

Jun 29, 2025 · 1 share · 22 followers View post →
Structural Biology
@actacrystd.iucr.org · Bluesky

M​uhammad Saleem et al.: Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5 #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDomain #KringleDomain @UniofNottingham@universityleeds...#IUCr https://journals.iucr.org/paper?S2059798325005297

Jun 27, 2025 View post →
Structural Biology
@ActaCrystD · X

M​uhammad Saleem et al.: Crystal structure of coagulation factor XII N-terminal domains 1–5 #FactorXII #FibronectinTypeIIDomain #KringleDomain @UniofNottingham @universityleeds... #IUCr https://t.co/1VtmXprw3E

Jun 27, 2025 · 1 share · 3,029 followers View post →
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