Abcam, ab126906, Recombinant Human ERK1 protein

Size: 20µg / 50µg
Recombinant Human ERK1 protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 379 aa range, expressed in Escherichia coli, with >85%, suitable for SDS-PAGE, WB.
Key facts
Purity:>85% Densitometry,
Expression system:Escherichia coli,
Tags:Tag free,
Applications:SDS-PAGE, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:P27361,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 7.5Constituents: 25% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% Glutathione, 0.004% (R*,R*)-1,4-Dimercaptobutan-2,3-diol, 0.003% EDTA, 0.002% PMSF

Product details:
ab126906 (Human ERK1 full length protein) can be utilized as a substrate for the following active protein kinases:
ab104027
(Active human MEKK1 protein fragment)
ab55721
(Active Raf1 (mutated F341 Q) protein fragment)
ab63209
(Active human MEK1 full length protein)

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.
ERK1 also known as MAPK3 is an extracellular signal-regulated kinase involved in transmitting signals from the cell surface to the nucleus. This protein has a molecular mass of about 44 kDa. ERK1 expresses in various tissue types with higher expression in the brain heart and skeletal muscle. Researchers often study ERK1 in the context of its role in cellular signaling due to its involvement in critical regulatory functions.
Biological function summary
ERK1 plays a significant role in cell cycle regulation differentiation and proliferation. It forms part of the MAPK signaling cascade becoming activated through a phosphorylation event. In its activated form ERK1 translocates to the nucleus where it phosphorylates target substrates. ERK1 often functions in conjunction with its homolog ERK2 to mediate these cellular processes marking it as an essential player in growth factor signaling.
Pathways
ERK1 functions primarily within the MAPK/ERK signaling pathway a major conduit for transmitting proliferative signals from growth factor receptors. ERK1 interacts with proteins like MEK1/2 which phosphorylate and activate ERK1 in response to extracellular stimuli. Another critical pathway involving ERK1 is the Ras-Raf-MEK-ERK cascade which regulates various cellular outcomes. This connection to the Ras family highlights its importance in signal transduction and reinforces its position in critical cellular processes.
Aberrant activation of ERK1 connects to diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disorders. In cancer the dysregulation of the MAPK/ERK pathway often through mutations affecting Ras or Raf proteins leads to uncontrolled cell proliferation. ERK1's involvement in cardiovascular diseases links to its role in hypertrophic signaling in cardiac cells where altered ERK1 activity can contribute to pathological cardiac remodeling. Understanding these interactions can aid in developing therapeutic strategies targeting the MAPK/ERK signaling pathway.