Structural highlights
Function
[CAZA1_CHICK] F-actin-capping proteins bind in a Ca(2+)-independent manner to the fast growing ends of actin filaments (barbed end) thereby blocking the exchange of subunits at these ends. Unlike other capping proteins (such as gelsolin and severin), these proteins do not sever actin filaments. CapZ may mediate the attachment of the barbed ends of actin filaments to the Z-line. [MTPN_MOUSE] Promotes dimerization of NF-kappa-B subunits and regulates NF-kappa-B transcription factor activity. Promotes growth of cardiomyocytes, but not cardiomyocyte proliferation. Promotes cardiac muscle hypertrophy (By similarity). Plays a role in the regulation of the growth of actin filaments. Inhibits the activity of the F-actin-capping protein complex formed by the CAPZA1 and CAPZB heterodimer.[1] [CAPZB_CHICK] F-actin-capping proteins bind in a Ca(2+)-independent manner to the fast growing ends of actin filaments (barbed end) thereby blocking the exchange of subunits at these ends. Unlike other capping proteins (such as gelsolin and severin), these proteins do not sever actin filaments. May play a role in the regulation of cell morphology and cytoskeletal organization.
Evolutionary Conservation
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See Also
References
- ↑ Zwolak A, Fujiwara I, Hammer JA 3rd, Tjandra N. Structural basis for capping protein sequestration by myotrophin (V-1). J Biol Chem. 2010 Aug 13;285(33):25767-81. Epub 2010 Jun 10. PMID:20538588 doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1074/jbc.M110.135848
