Checkpoint functions of RecQ helicases at perturbed DNA replication fork.

Nafees Ahamad, Saman Khan, Alaa Taha A Mahdi, Yong-Jie Xu

Current genetics 2021 Jun

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DNA replication checkpoint is a cell signaling pathway that is activated in response to perturbed replication. Although it is crucial for maintaining genomic integrity and cell survival, the exact mechanism of the checkpoint signaling remains to be understood. Emerging evidence has shown that RecQ helicases, a large family of helicases that are conserved from bacteria to yeasts and humans, contribute to the replication checkpoint as sensors, adaptors, or regulation targets. Here, we highlight the multiple functions of RecQ helicases in the replication checkpoint in four model organisms and present additional evidence that fission yeast RecQ helicase Rqh1 may participate in the replication checkpoint as a sensor.

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Nafees Ahamad, Saman Khan, Alaa Taha A Mahdi, Yong-Jie Xu. Checkpoint functions of RecQ helicases at perturbed DNA replication fork. Current genetics. 2021 Jun;67(3):369-382