CHMP1B is a component of the endosomal sorting complex required for transport III (ESCRT-III) . The ESCRT-III complex is crucial for the formation of multivesicular bodies (MVBs) and the sorting of endosomal cargo proteins into these MVBs . MVBs are specialized endosomes that contain intraluminal vesicles (ILVs) formed by the invagination and scission from the limiting membrane of the endosome . These ILVs are typically delivered to lysosomes, where they enable the degradation of membrane proteins, such as stimulated growth factor receptors, lysosomal enzymes, and lipids .
The ESCRT-III complex also plays a role in other topologically equivalent membrane fission events, such as the terminal stages of cytokinesis and the budding of enveloped viruses like HIV-1 .
The CHMP1B gene is located on chromosome 18 in humans . It has several aliases, including C18orf2, Vps46B, and hVps46-2 . The protein encoded by this gene is involved in various cellular processes, including the regulation of centrosome duplication, nucleus organization, and the establishment of protein localization .
Recombinant CHMP1B protein is used in various research applications to study its function and role in cellular processes. Understanding the mechanisms by which CHMP1B and the ESCRT-III complex operate can provide insights into the regulation of endosomal sorting and the degradation of membrane proteins .