All-atom MD simulations of the HPV16 capsid
Antolinez, S.; Hadden-Perilla, J. A.
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) type 16, one of over 200 known genotypes, is a major cause of anogenital and oropharyngeal cancers worldwide. The L1 protein capsid - which represents the exterior shell of the virus - plays essential roles in host cell adhesion and entry, and is the major antigen used in vaccines that protect against HPV. Here we report an all-atom molecular dynamics (MD) simulation of the intact capsid in explicit solvent, a calculation comprising 16.8 million atoms. The detailed motions and emergent biophysical properties revealed by this simulation provide critical insights into capsid function and immunogenicity, establishing a new platform for rational drug design and antibody engineering.
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