Abstract: In
PRS17, the hinge loop cluster of mutations,
E35D,
M36I and
S37D, contributes to the altered flap dynamics by a mechanism similar to that of
PR20.
Result: Comparison of
PRS17/DRV with
PR20/DRV complex, which has
E35D,
M36I,
S37N and
I62V mutations, reveals that the hinge loop conformation of
PR20 in subunit A is similar to
PRS17 except for absence of the
K20R mutation and consequent absence of the ion pair interactions observed between Arg20 and
Asp35 in