Recombinant Human PCP4L1 protein - BSA and Azide free (His tag N-Terminus)

Supplementary information

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PCP4L1 also known as Purkinje cell protein 4-like protein 1 is a small protein with a molecular mass of around 7 kDa. This protein belongs to the calmodulin-binding protein family and is mostly expressed in neuronal tissues including areas of the brain. PCP4L1 has a role in modulating calcium signaling by interacting with calmodulin an important calcium-binding messenger protein emphasizing its involvement in calcium-related cellular processes.

Biological function summary

PCP4L1 interacts with calmodulin affecting cellular processes dependent on calcium signaling. Calmodulin binding is important for modulation of signal transduction pathways helping to manage calcium influx and neuronal excitability. PCP4L1 may also influence cytoskeletal dynamics due to its interaction with other neuronal proteins. Its particular expression in the brain hints at a specialized function in neurophysiological activities although it doesn't form a larger known complex.

Pathways

One can observe that PCP4L1 integration into calcium signaling cascades suggests its role in neuronal pathways such as synaptic plasticity. This calcium modulation impacts neurotransmission efficiency and synaptic connections. PCP4L1 might have associations with proteins like CaMKII involved in calcium-mediated signaling. The regulation and repercussions of calcium homeostasis are important within these pathways.

Disruptions in PCP4L1 levels or function may link to neurological conditions such as cerebral ataxia or epilepsy. Abnormal calcium signaling in neurons managed poorly due to inadequate PCP4L1 activity factors into these conditions. Furthermore interactions with alpha-synuclein could connect PCP4L1 to neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson’s disease representing core pathways implicating synaptic and neuronal health.