background:
The protein encoded by this gene shares significant homology to the adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) protein-binding EB1 gene family. This protein is a microtubule-associated protein that is necessary for spindle symmetry during mitosis. It is thought to play a role in the tumorigenesis of colorectal cancers and the proliferative control of normal cells. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2012].
Function:
May be involved in microtubule polymerization, and spindle function by stabilizing microtubules and anchoring them at centrosomes. May play a role in cell migration.
Subunit:
Interacts with DCTN1. Binds to the SLCterminal domain of APC. Binds monomeric and polymerized tubulin.
Subcellular Location:
Cytoplasm, cytoskeleton.
Tissue Specificity:
Expressed in different tumor cell lines. Up-regulated in activated B- and T-lymphocytes.
Similarity:
Belongs to the MAPRE family.
Contains 1 CH (calponin-homology) domain.
Contains 1 EB1 SLCterminal domain.
Database links:
UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot: Q15555
Important Note:
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications.
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