Heat Shock Transcription Factor 2 Binding Protein (HSF2BP) is a protein coding gene that plays a crucial role in various cellular processes, particularly in response to stress conditions. This protein is involved in the regulation of heat shock transcription factors, which are essential for the activation of heat shock response genes under stress conditions.
HSF2BP is encoded by the HSF2BP gene, which is located on chromosome 21 in humans . The protein itself is characterized by the presence of leucine zipper motifs, which are crucial for its interaction with other proteins, including Heat Shock Transcription Factor 2 (HSF2) . The interaction between HSF2BP and HSF2 occurs through the trimerization domain of HSF2 and the amino terminal hydrophilic region of HSF2BP .
HSF2BP is primarily known for its role in modulating the activation of HSF2. It associates with HSF2 and may influence its activation during stress conditions . Additionally, HSF2BP is involved in meiotic recombination, particularly in the repair of double-strand breaks (DSBs) during meiosis . It modulates the localization of recombinases DMC1 and RAD51 to meiotic DSB sites through its interaction with BRCA2 . This function is essential for proper homologous recombination, synapsis, and crossover formation, which are critical for the progression of meiosis and fertility .
Mutations or dysregulation of HSF2BP have been associated with various disorders. Notably, it has been linked to Premature Ovarian Failure 19 and Primary Ovarian Insufficiency . These conditions highlight the importance of HSF2BP in reproductive health and its potential role in fertility-related disorders.
The recombinant form of HSF2BP (Human Recombinant) is used in various research applications to study its function and interactions. Understanding the role of HSF2BP in stress response and meiotic recombination can provide insights into the mechanisms underlying various genetic disorders and potential therapeutic targets.