Background |
The protein encoded by this gene is a component of the eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4F complex, which recognizes the 7-methylguanosine cap structure at the 5' end of messenger RNAs. The encoded protein aids in translation initiation by recruiting ribosomes to the 5'-cap structure. Association of this protein with the 4F complex is the rate-limiting step in translation initiation. This gene acts as a proto-oncogene, and its expression and activation is associated with transformation and tumorigenesis. Several pseudogenes of this gene are found on other chromosomes. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. |
Manufacturers Research Area |
Epigenetics Nuclear Signaling, Translation Control, Regulation of eIF4 and p70 S6 Kinase, Protein phosphorylation, Signal Transduction, Endocrine Metabolism, Insulin Receptor Signaling Pathway, Immunology Inflammation, Cardiovascular, Angiogenesis |