Abcam, ab3394, Anti-FOXG1 antibody

Size: 100µg
Goat Polyclonal FOXG1 antibody. Suitable for Flow Cyt, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 5 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human FOXG1 aa 450 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, Flow CytSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human FOXG1 aa 450 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P55316,
Specificity:This antibody will recognise both human FOXG1A and FOXG1B, which are almost completely identical.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Purified from goat serum by ammonium sulphate precipitation followed by antigen affinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide., Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Constituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.5% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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.
FOXG1 also known as Brain Factor 1 (BF-1) is a transcription factor with a molecular weight of approximately 52 kDa. This protein plays an important role in the modulation of gene expression. FOXG1 is found mainly in the developing brain and other tissues of the central nervous system. In adult brains its expression levels significantly decrease although some residual expression persists in areas such as the hippocampus.
Biological function summary
FOXG1 regulates processes of neural development and brain function. It is not known to be part of a protein complex but FOXG1 binds to DNA influencing the transcriptional activity of genes involved in neurogenesis. The protein contributes to the development of structures such as the telencephalon and regulates transitions between different stages of neuronal cell development. Its role extends to maintaining the balance between proliferation and differentiation of neural progenitor cells.
Pathways
FOXG1 participates in the Notch and Wnt signaling pathways. These pathways are critical for cell fate determination and embryonic development. FOXG1 interacts with proteins like those in the Notch pathway to maintain neural progenitors in a proliferative state. In the Wnt signaling pathway FOXG1 helps in modulating the signaling that controls brain patterning working in concert with other transcription factors and signaling molecules.
FOXG1 mutations can lead to congenital conditions such as FOXG1 syndrome and Rett syndrome. In such disorders abnormalities in FOXG1 disrupt normal neural development leading to cognitive and developmental impairments. The involvement of FOXG1 with the MeCP2 protein in Rett syndrome highlights its importance in maintaining normal neurological function. Understanding FOXG1's interactions and functions provides insights into potential therapeutic approaches for these disorders.