Recombinant Human alpha Internexin protein (GST tag N-Terminus)

Supplementary information

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Biological function summary

Alpha Internexin contributes to the composition of the neurofilament complex which includes proteins like NF-M NF-L and NF-H. This complex stabilizes neuronal architecture and ensures the integrity of the axonal structure. Presence of alpha Internexin is important for maintaining the dynamic processes of axonal transport and neuron stability. It acts as a scaffolding that supports cellular transport mechanisms important for neuron function and survival especially in developing neurons where it leads the polymerization of other neurofilaments.

Pathways

Alpha Internexin interacts within the neurofilament network a major scaffolding component of neurons. It associates with microtubule-associated proteins influencing axonal growth and stabilization pathways. Moreover it plays a part in the MAPK (mitogen-activated protein kinases) signaling pathways which regulate diverse cellular activities such as proliferation and differentiation. Its interactions with related proteins such as plectin and dynein highlight its role in crosslinking cytoskeletal components and facilitating intracellular transport.