Abcam, ab153041, Recombinant Human DRP1 protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human DRP1 protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 710 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:ELISA, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:O00429,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% Glutathione

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--80°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--80°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The DRP1 protein also known as Dynamin-Related Protein 1 has a molecular weight of approximately 80 kDa. DRP1 is a GTPase that plays a central role in mitochondrial fission. The protein is widely expressed in many tissues with high levels in the brain heart and skeletal muscles. It functionally interacts with other proteins on the mitochondrial membrane to drive the division of mitochondria. As a mechanism DRP1 assembles into ring-like structures around constriction points on the outer mitochondrial membrane facilitating membrane scission.
Biological function summary
DRP1 regulates mitochondrial morphology by controlling mitochondrial division. This process is essential in maintaining the balance between mitochondrial fission and fusion which affects mitochondrial distribution and function. DRP1 also associates with protein complexes involved in this dynamic balance including MFF (mitochondrial fission factor) and FIS1 (fission 1 protein). Phosphorylation state of DRP1 influences its activity; different phosphorylation sites either activate or inhibit its function.
Pathways
The mechanical action of DRP1 integrates closely into the mitochondrial quality control and apoptosis pathways. Mitochondrial fission driven by DRP1 is necessary for the removal of damaged mitochondria through mitophagy. It also influences the apoptotic pathway where DRP1 translocates to mitochondria under pro-apoptotic signals often in interaction with proteins such as Bax and Bak that promote cytochrome c release. This relationship affects cell survival and energy homeostasis.
Improper regulation of DRP1 is linked to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. Altered DRP1 activity or expression disrupts mitochondrial homeostasis contributing to neuronal cell death pathways. Connections with proteins such as Tau in Alzheimer's and Parkin in Parkinson's influence the progression of these disorders. Additionally DRP1's role in cardiac disorders highlights its importance in maintaining normal cardiac function through mitochondrial regulation.