Development a Magnetic Nanoparticle-Assisted Biotinylation System: Synthesis, Purification and Activity Assessment of MagR-fused TurboID Biotin Ligase Enzyme


Sarıhan M., Koçyiğit E., Kasap M., Akpınar G.

The 6th International Enzyme and Bioprocess Days, Kocaeli, Türkiye, 27 - 29 Ağustos 2025, ss.58, (Özet Bildiri)

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Özet Bildiri
  • Basıldığı Şehir: Kocaeli
  • Basıldığı Ülke: Türkiye
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.58
  • Kocaeli Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

General Information and Purpose: Enzymatic biotinylation is widely used for protein labelling, but free

enzyme contamination may limit its efficiency and specificity in some condition. In this study, TurboID was

fused with the Magnetoreceptor protein (MagR) to create a recombinant fusion enzyme. Its magnetic

nanoparticle binding and biotinylation activity were evaluated. The aim was to develop a magnetically

controllable, low-contamination system and broaden the applications of enzymatic biotinylation

Materials and Methods. Gene sequences were sourced from NCBI GenBank and designed with flexible

linkers to allow proper fusion. These were cloned into expression plasmids and introduced into E. coli for

protein production. After purification, enzyme activity was assessed, and the proteins were then attached to

magnetic nanoparticles (Fe3O4-SiO2). Finally, their biotinylation activity was tested in cell culture

Findings: TurboID-MagR enzyme production was carried out with an MBP-tag. The enzyme was

successfully purified, activity asses performed by comparing TurboID and bound to magnetic nanoparticles

as designed, and cell surface biotinylation activity was successfully demonstrated in cell culture experiments.

Discussion: In this study, the enzyme was successfully produced, although a slight decrease in activity and

aggregation was observed during purification. Despite these challenges, the system worked successfully in

vitro settings, promising for broader use in biological applications.

Conclusion: TurboID-MagR system was successfully produced and remained active despite some

limitations. Its magnetic controllability and activity highlight its potential for broader, contamination-reduced

applications.