Abcam, ab278544, FITC Anti-ATF2 (phospho T71) antibody [ATF2T71-G3]

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ATF2 phospho T71 antibody - conjugated to FITC. Suitable for Flow Cyt and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ATF2 phospho T71.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:ATF2T71-G3,
Isotype:IgG,
Light chain type:kappa,
Conjugation:FITC,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 495nm, Em: 519nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow CytSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human ATF2 phospho T71. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P15336

Product details:
What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A/G, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 0.2% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The ATF2 protein also referred to as ATF-2 or activating transcription factor 2 plays a significant role as a transcription factor in cellular processes. It weighs approximately 75 kDa and is expressed in many tissues with higher levels in the brain heart and skeletal muscle. Functionally ATF2 belongs to the leucine zipper family of proteins facilitating its ability to bind DNA and regulate the expression of genes involved in stress responses development and growth.
Biological function summary
ATF2 takes part in the regulation of gene expression in response to various stimuli. It often forms a complex with other proteins such as c-Jun when binding to the DNA. This complex then influences the transcription of genes that respond to cellular stress and DNA damage. By phosphorylating specific serine residues cellular kinases activate ATF2 which then translocates to the nucleus where it exerts its function.
Pathways
ATF2 integrates into the MAPK and JNK signaling cascades which are important for transmitting stress signals from the cell surface to the nucleus. Through these pathways ATF2 interacts with proteins such as JNK and p38 MAPK modulating the transcription of downstream genes that control cell proliferation apoptosis and differentiation. Its role in these pathways positions ATF2 as a critical node where various signaling inputs merge to influence cellular outcomes.
ATF2 has associations with conditions such as cancer and neurological disorders. Aberrant regulation of ATF2 can contribute to oncogenesis by affecting cell cycle control and apoptosis. For example in melanoma altered ATF2 activity is linked to tumor progression and resistance to apoptosis. Additionally in neurological disorders its interaction with proteins like phospho-c-Jun influences neuronal survival and plasticity implicating ATF2 in pathologies related to neurodegeneration and cognitive dysfunction.