MEK1 Protein, Human (Inactive, sf9, His)

MEK1 Protein, Human (Inactive, sf9, His) is the recombinant human-derived MEK1, expressed by sf9 insect cells , with His labeled tag. ,

MEK1 protein, a pivotal component of the MAP kinase signal transduction pathway, plays a crucial role in transducing extracellular signals into intracellular responses. Upon binding of ligands such as growth factors and cytokines to their cell-surface receptors, MEK1 is activated as part of the RAS-RAF1-MEK1/2-MAPK/ERK cascade. MEK1, along with MAP2K2/MEK2, catalyzes the dual phosphorylation of threonine and tyrosine residues in the activation loop of ERK1 and ERK2, thereby initiating downstream signaling events. This cascade regulates diverse biological functions, including cell growth, adhesion, survival, and differentiation. In addition to its role in the transcriptional and cytoskeletal regulation, the MAPK/ERK pathway impacts peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARG), contributing to cellular processes such as differentiation and apoptosis. Furthermore, MEK1's involvement in endosomal dynamics and Golgi apparatus fragmentation during mitosis underscores its versatility in coordinating intricate cellular responses.

Human

Sf9 insect cells

N-6*His

Q02750-1 (M1-V393)

5604

Full Length of Isoform-1

Approximately 44.4 kDa

Greater than 95% as determined by reducing SDS-PAGE

Solution

Supplied as a 0.2 μm filtered solution of 50 mM HEPES, pH 7.5, 200 mM NaCl, 20% glycerol, 1 mM DTT.

<1 EU/μg, determined by LAL method.

Please use rapid thawing with running water to thaw the protein.

Stored at -80°C for 1 year from date of receipt. It is stable at -20°C for 3 months after opening. It is recommended to freeze aliquots at -80°C for extended storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Shipping with dry ice.