Abcam, ab192908, Anti-Epsin 1 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal Epsin 1 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human Epsin-1 aa 350-450.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human Epsin-1 aa 350-450. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9Y6I3

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-ab192908 was affinity purified using an epitope specific to Epsin 1 immobilized on solid support., Storage buffer-pH: 7 - 8Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: 99% Tris citrate/phosphate, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°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.
Epsin 1 commonly referred to as EPN1 is a protein that primarily participates in the process of endocytosis. It exhibits a molecular mass of approximately 68 kDa. Epsin 1 is found mainly in the cytoplasm but also shows a high expression in the brain indicating its importance in neurological functions. Additionally alternative splicing can lead to different isoforms enriching its functional diversity.
Biological function summary
Epsin 1 works as an endocytic accessory protein that plays a role in clathrin-mediated endocytosis facilitating the internalization of various receptors and membrane proteins. It interacts with clathrin and AP-2 adaptor complex helping to deform the membrane to form vesicles. Epsin 1 is known to bind phospholipids via its ENTH domain which is important for its function at the plasma membrane. This protein does not work alone and is part of larger protein complexes that include other proteins involved in vesicle formation and maturation.
Pathways
Epsin 1 participates in the endocytic pathway essential for the regulation of nutrient uptake and signaling receptor modulation. It coordinates with proteins such as dynamin and adaptin ensuring the proper invagination of the membrane and vesicle scission. Epsin 1 is also linked to the actin cytoskeleton affecting pathways linked to signal transduction and cellular organization.
Epsin 1 has been implicated in cancer and neurological disorders. Abnormal expression levels of Epsin 1 have been associated with tumor progression and metastasis particularly in breast cancer. This correlation suggests that Epsin 1 may influence pathways with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) known for its role in cancer cell proliferation. Moreover its prominent expression in neurons indicates a possible connection to neurodegenerative diseases where similar proteins like amyloid precursor protein (APP) are involved raising interest in its potential role in Alzheimer's disease.