A personal account on 25 years of scientific literature on [FeFe]-hydrogenase. J Biol Inorg Chem 2023 Jun;28(4):355-378
Date
03/02/2023Pubmed ID
36856864DOI
10.1007/s00775-023-01992-5Scopus ID
2-s2.0-85149005023 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site) 3 CitationsAbstract
[FeFe]-hydrogenases are gas-processing metalloenzymes that catalyze H2 oxidation and proton reduction (H2 release) in microorganisms. Their high turnover frequencies and lack of electrical overpotential in the hydrogen conversion reaction has inspired generations of biologists, chemists, and physicists to explore the inner workings of [FeFe]-hydrogenase. Here, we revisit 25 years of scientific literature on [FeFe]-hydrogenase and propose a personal account on 'must-read' research papers and review article that will allow interested scientists to follow the recent discussions on catalytic mechanism, O2 sensitivity, and the in vivo synthesis of the active site cofactor with its biologically uncommon ligands carbon monoxide and cyanide. Focused on-but not restricted to-structural biology and molecular biophysics, we highlight future directions that may inspire young investigators to pursue a career in the exciting and competitive field of [FeFe]-hydrogenase research.
Author List
Sidabras JW, Stripp STAuthor
Jason W. Sidabras PhD Assistant Professor in the Biophysics department at Medical College of WisconsinMESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold
Models, MolecularOxidation-Reduction
Oxygen
Protein Structure, Tertiary
