Anti-Cip4 antibody [EPR1965]

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

Cip4 also known as Cdc42-interacting protein 4 is a member of the F-BAR family and is involved in cellular processes related to actin dynamics. It has a molecular mass of approximately 70 kDa. Cip4 interacts with Cdc42 a small GTPase to facilitate membrane bending and invagination important for endocytosis and membrane trafficking. This protein is expressed in a variety of tissues including the brain heart and liver reflecting its broad functional significance across different cell types.

Biological function summary

Cip4 plays an essential role in linking membranes to the actin cytoskeleton. It is part of a complex with other proteins like Toca-1 and N-WASP which are important for actin polymerization. This function supports cellular morphogenesis and migration by organizing the actin filaments in response to external signals. Cip4 also contributes to the regulation of cell shape and motility aiding in processes such as development and immune responses by modulating membrane-associated actin assembly.

Pathways

Cip4 participates in pathways including the Cdc42 signaling pathway and endocytosis. In the Cdc42 signaling pathway Cip4 works with proteins like N-WASP and dynamin to facilitate membrane remodeling and cytoskeletal rearrangements impacting processes like cell division and signal transduction. Its involvement in endocytosis influences cargo uptake and intracellular transport linking it to dynamin-dependent endocytic pathways critical for nutrient uptake and receptor internalization.

Associated diseases and disorders

Cip4 is associated with certain cancers and neurological disorders. Its dysregulation can contribute to tumor progression often involving interactions with proteins like Cdc42 and N-WASP that promote changes in cell adhesion and motility. Additionally abnormalities in Cip4 expression or function may lead to disrupted cell signaling in neurological disorders impacting processes essential for brain development and function. Understanding Cip4's role in these contexts provides insights into potential therapeutic targets for treatment.