MRGSHHHHHH GMASMTGGQQ MGRDLYDDDD KDRWGSMASY PYRQGCPGAA GQAPGAPPGS
YYPGPPNSGG QYGSGLPPGG GYGGPAPGGP YGPPAGGGPY GHPNPGMFPS GTPGGPYGGA
APGGPYGQPP PSSYGAQQPG LYGQGGAPPN VDPEAYSWFQ SVDSDHSGYI SMKELKQALV
NCNWSSFNDE TCLMMINMFD KTKSGRIDVY GFSALWKFIQ QWKNLFQQYD RDRSGSISYT
ELQQALSQMG YNLSPQFTQL LVSRYCPRSA NPAMQLDRFI QVCTQLQVLT EAFREKDTAV
QGNIRLSFED FVTMTASRML.
Penta-EF-Hand Domain Containing 1 (PEF1) is a protein encoded by the PEF1 gene in humans. This protein is part of the penta-EF-hand (PEF) family, which includes several calcium-binding proteins characterized by the presence of five EF-hand motifs. These motifs are helix-loop-helix structures that bind calcium ions, playing crucial roles in various cellular processes.
The EF-hand motif is a well-known calcium-binding domain found in a large family of proteins. The motif consists of two alpha helices linked by a loop region that binds calcium ions. The PEF1 protein contains five such EF-hand motifs, which allow it to interact with calcium ions and other proteins in a calcium-dependent manner .
PEF1 is involved in several cellular processes, including signal transduction, membrane repair, and vesicular transport. It interacts with various proteins, including those in the endosomal sorting complex required for transport (ESCRT) system . This interaction is crucial for processes such as cell death, intracellular signaling, and RNA processing.
PEF1 and other PEF family proteins, such as ALG-2 (PDCD6), play significant roles in cellular homeostasis and response to stress. ALG-2, a prototypic PEF protein, is widely distributed in eukaryotes and interacts with a variety of proteins in a calcium-dependent manner . These interactions are essential for maintaining cellular functions and responding to changes in calcium levels.
Mutations or dysregulation of PEF1 and related proteins can lead to various diseases. For instance, PEF1 has been associated with submucosal invasive colon adenocarcinoma . Understanding the structure and function of PEF1 can provide insights into its role in disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets.
Recombinant PEF1 refers to the protein produced through recombinant DNA technology, which involves inserting the PEF1 gene into a suitable expression system to produce the protein in large quantities. This recombinant protein can be used in research to study its structure, function, and interactions with other proteins. It is also valuable in developing assays for drug discovery and understanding disease mechanisms.