Anti-NFAT1 antibody [1/NFAT-1]

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

NFAT1 also known as NFATc2 is a transcription factor involved in gene regulation with a molecular weight of approximately 100 kDa. It belongs to the NFAT (nuclear factor of activated T-cells) family and is expressed in a variety of tissues including the immune system and the nervous system. NFAT1 plays an essential role in activating specific gene expressions by translocating into the nucleus upon cell stimulation. Researchers frequently use NFAT molecular weight to confirm its presence in protein analyses such as NFAT western blot techniques.

Biological function summary

NFAT1 influences immune response and development. It acts as part of a large complex with other transcription factors to bind DNA and regulate transcription of cytokines and other critical immune molecules. In activated T-cells NFAT1 controls the expression of genes important for immune function including interleukins. In neuronal tissues it contributes to neural growth and survival highlighting its multifunctional nature in different cell types.

Pathways

NFAT1 integrates into the calcineurin signaling pathway and plays a significant role in T-cell activation. It acts downstream of the calcium signaling cascade which leads to dephosphorylation and activation by the phosphatase calcineurin. NFAT1 works closely with proteins like AP-1 and GATA to facilitate the transcription of immune-related genes. These interactions highlight NFAT1's importance in immune signaling pathways which modulate immune surveillance and homeostasis.

Associated diseases and disorders

NFAT1 associates with autoimmune diseases and certain cancers. In autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis aberrant NFAT1 function leads to excessive cytokine production exacerbating inflammation. The protein also links to cancer development particularly in lymphoid malignancies where dysregulated NFAT1 activity contributes to uncontrolled cell proliferation. It interacts with oncogenic kinases and other dysregulated proteins in these disorders influencing both their progression and possible therapeutic targeting.