Uncovering transcription factor modules using one- and three-dimensional analyses

J Biol Chem. 2012 Sep 7;287(37):30914-21. doi: 10.1074/jbc.R111.309229. Epub 2012 Sep 5.

Abstract

Transcriptional regulation is a critical mediator of many normal cellular processes, as well as disease progression. Transcription factors (TFs) often co-localize at cis-regulatory elements on the DNA, form protein complexes, and collaboratively regulate gene expression. Machine learning and Bayesian approaches have been used to identify TF modules in a one-dimensional context. However, recent studies using high throughput technologies have shown that TF interactions should also be considered in three-dimensional nuclear space. Here, we describe methods for identifying TF modules and discuss how moving from a one-dimensional to a three-dimensional paradigm, along with integrated experimental and computational approaches, can lead to a better understanding of TF association networks.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Bayes Theorem
  • Gene Expression Regulation / physiology*
  • Humans
  • Multiprotein Complexes / physiology*
  • Transcription Factors / physiology*

Substances

  • Multiprotein Complexes
  • Transcription Factors