Abcam, ab235960, Anti-USP14/TGT antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal USP14/TGT antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 6 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human USP14.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-P, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human USP14.P54578

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Purification notes-Purity >95%., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.03% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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--20°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.
USP14 also known as Ubiquitin Specific Peptidase 14 is a deubiquitinating enzyme that plays a mechanical role in the ubiquitin-proteasome system. This enzyme has a molecular mass around 56 kDa and is essential for proteasome-mediated degradation activities. It is broadly expressed across many tissues but shows significant presence in the nervous system. Often people refer to USP14 as TGT in the context of certain studies or databases.
Biological function summary
USP14 functions in regulating protein turnover by removing ubiquitin from substrate proteins impacting their stability and degradation. USP14 is part of a larger protein complex associated with the proteasome specifically binding to the 19S regulatory particle. It is important in maintaining cellular protein homeostasis by editing ubiquitin chains on target proteins prior to degradation.
Pathways
USP14 participates in ubiquitin-proteasome pathways and ER-associated degradation pathway. In these processes it works closely with other proteasome proteins such as Rpn11 which also removes ubiquitin from proteins. The regulation of these pathways by USP14 directly affects protein quality control in cells influencing processes like cell cycle and stress response.
USP14 has associations with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. It affects disease progression by modulating levels of proteins that aggregate in these conditions. Connections between USP14 and proteins such as tau and α-synuclein highlight its contribution to the pathological features seen in these disorders. Further research into USP14's role may help to uncover new therapeutic strategies for these diseases.