Abcam, ab198485, Recombinant Human PCGF6 protein

Size: 50µg
Recombinant Human PCGF6 protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 2 to 350 aa range, expressed in Baculovirus infected Sf9 cells, with >86%, suitable for SDS-PAGE, FuncS.
Key facts
Purity:>86% SDS-PAGE,
Expression system:Baculovirus infected Sf9 cells,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:FuncS, SDS-PAGESee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:Q9BYE7,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.64% Sodium chloride, 0.48% Tris, 0.04% Sorbitan monolaurate, ethoxylated, 0.02% Potassium chloride

Product details:
ab198485 is useful for the study of enzyme kinetics, screening inhibitors, and selectivity profiling.
This product was previously labelled as RING6a

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--80°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--80°C, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
PCGF6 also known as Polycomb group RING finger protein 6 plays a role in regulating gene expression. This protein with a molecular mass of about 36 kDa is part of the Polycomb Group (PcG) proteins that epigenetically silence genes preventing their expression. Scientists have observed PCGF6 expression in embryonic stem cells as well as in various tissues hinting at its broad potential impact on cellular processes. The protein contains a RING finger motif which suggests it functions as an E3 ubiquitin ligase tagging other proteins for modification or degradation.
Biological function summary
PCGF6 participates in transcriptional repression through its involvement in the non-canonical Polycomb Repressive Complex 1 (PRC1). The protein acts by aiding the assembly of PRC1 alongside other constituents such as RING1B to modify histones and maintain stem cell characteristics. This activity is important for cell differentiation and maintaining the balance between pluripotency and lineage specification during development. Disruptions in PCGF6 function may influence epigenetic landscapes significantly thereby impacting cellular identity and behavior.
Pathways
PCGF6 integrates its activity with key biological systems such as the Wnt signaling and the polycomb repression pathways. Within these pathways PCGF6 interacts with core PRC1 components like RING1B to affect gene silencing and chromatin remodeling. These interactions allow the protein to serve as a critical node in controlling genetic hierarchies that regulate embryogenesis and other developmental processes. The pathway network involving PCGF6 and PRC1 provides essential insights into the fine-tuning of gene expressions needed for cellular differentiation.
Aberrations in PCGF6 expression or function have connections to cancer and developmental disorders. Altered PCGF6 activity can lead to dysregulated expression of genes that are normally repressed fostering oncogenic or detrimental developmental outcomes. In the context of cancer its interaction with components such as BMI1 helps to drive tumor progression by supporting unchecked cell proliferation. Furthermore understanding these interactions highlights potential therapeutic avenues by targeting the components influenced by PCGF6 offering opportunities for better management of these diseases.