This entry represents the N-terminal dimerization domain (END) of Epstein-Barr virus nuclear antigen 2 (EBNA2). The END domain forms a novel dimeric fold comprising four beta-strands and a short exposed alpha-helix. The dimer is stabilized by anti-pa ...
This entry represents the N-terminal dimerization domain (END) of Epstein-Barr virus nuclear antigen 2 (EBNA2). The END domain forms a novel dimeric fold comprising four beta-strands and a short exposed alpha-helix. The dimer is stabilized by anti-parallel interactions of beta-strands, forming a strong hydrophobic interface. EBNA2 is a key regulator of viral and cellular gene expression that plays an essential role in B-cell transformation by EBV. In addition to its role in transcriptional regulation, the END domain has been shown to compromise the mitotic spindle checkpoint and cause chromosomal instability, which may contribute to EBV-mediated tumorigenesis.