Anti-Bora antibody [RP23040151]

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

Bora protein also known by its aliases Bora Rabbit or Bora Compliance plays a significant role in cell cycle regulation. It is a cofactor that primarily interacts with Aurora A kinase to promote activation. Bora protein weighs around 58 kilodaltons and is notably expressed in various tissues including those involved in cell division activities such as the reproductive organs and the skin.

Biological function summary

Bora protein's primary role involves cell cycle progression and the maintenance of genomic integrity. It forms part of a regulatory complex that ensures proper mitotic entry linking it closely with mitotic spindle formation and centrosome maturation processes. The Bora protein is pivotal in activating Aurora A kinase therefore ensuring accurate chromosome segregation during mitosis.

Pathways

The Bora protein is deeply integrated into cell cycle regulation and mitotic spindle checkpoint pathways. It functions as an upstream regulator within the Aurora A kinase pathway impacting downstream processes that involve key proteins such as Plk1 and Cdc25B. Through these interactions Bora protein helps monitor and coordinate entry into mitosis highlighting its centrality in mitotic timing and fidelity.

Associated diseases and disorders

Abnormal expression or mutations in the Bora protein can lead to tumorigenesis and cancer progression. Specifically it is associated with disorders such as breast cancer and ovarian cancer. The dysregulation of Bora's interaction with Aurora A kinase and other proteins like p53 can contribute to aberrant cell cycle progression highlighting its involvement in the pathogenesis of cancer.