Proteasome Subunit Beta Type 2 (PSMB2), also known as 20S proteasome subunit beta-4, is a crucial component of the proteasome complex in humans. This protein is encoded by the PSMB2 gene and plays a significant role in the degradation of intracellular proteins, which is essential for maintaining cellular homeostasis .
The human PSMB2 protein is composed of 201 amino acids and has a molecular weight of approximately 23 kDa . It is a non-catalytic component of the 20S core proteasome complex, which is involved in the proteolytic degradation of most intracellular proteins . The proteasome complex is responsible for various cellular processes, including the regulation of the cell cycle, modulation of signaling pathways, and removal of damaged or misfolded proteins .
PSMB2 is involved in numerous biological processes, including:
PSMB2 has been associated with various clinical conditions. For instance, it has shown stability in bronchoalveolar cells of the lung during certain clinical conditions such as interstitial lung disease and sarcoidosis . Additionally, diseases associated with PSMB2 include acute myeloid leukemia and Schimke immunoosseous dysplasia .
Recombinant human PSMB2 is often produced using Escherichia coli expression systems. The recombinant protein is typically purified to a high degree of purity (>90%) and is used in various research applications, including mass spectrometry and SDS-PAGE . The recombinant form of PSMB2 retains the functional properties of the native protein, making it a valuable tool for studying proteasome function and related cellular processes .