Background |
The protein encoded by this gene is a catalytic subunit of the AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). AMPK is a heterotrimer consisting of an alpha catalytic subunit, and non-catalytic beta and gamma subunits. AMPK is an important energy-sensing enzyme that monitors cellular energy status. In response to cellular metabolic stresses, AMPK is activated, and thus phosphorylates and inactivates acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC) and beta-hydroxy beta-methylglutaryl-CoA reductase (HMGCR), key enzymes involved in regulating de novo biosynthesis of fatty acid and cholesterol. Studies of the mouse counterpart suggest that this catalytic subunit may control whole-body insulin sensitivity and is necessary for maintaining myocardial energy homeostasis during ischemia. |
Manufacturers Research Area |
Epigenetics Nuclear Signaling, Translation Control, Regulation of eIF4 and p70 S6 Kinase, Cancer, Signal Transduction, Kinase, Serine threonine kinases, mTOR Signaling Pathway, Cell Biology Developmental Biology, Autophagy, Endocrine Metabolism, Mitochondrial metabolism, Lipid Metabolism, AMPK Signaling Pathway, Insulin Receptor Signaling Pathway, Warburg Effect, Cardiovascular, Lipids, Fatty Acids |