GASA6 is a small, GA-stimulated protein in Arabidopsis thaliana that integrates gibberellin (GA), brassinosteroid (BR), and abscisic acid (ABA) signaling. Key findings include:
Function: Promotes seed germination by regulating cell wall loosening at the hypocotyl-radicle transition zone via expansins (e.g., EXPANSIN 1) .
Regulation: Activated by transcription factors HBI1 and BEE2, which bind to the GASA6 promoter’s E-box elements . Overexpression of GASA6 accelerates flowering, while suppression delays it .
Subcellular Localization: Signal peptide cleavage is critical for proper localization, as confirmed by immunological and imaging analyses .
Antibody Availability: No commercial antibodies for GASA6 are documented in the literature. Research relies on qRT-PCR, GUS reporter assays, or protein expression in E. coli .
Gas6, a vitamin K-dependent protein, activates Axl, Tyro3, and Mer tyrosine kinase receptors, influencing cell survival, adhesion, and migration. Below is a detailed analysis of Gas6 antibodies:
Role in Pathways: Gas6/AXL signaling regulates platelet activation, hepatic regeneration, and viral entry (e.g., Dengue, Vaccinia) via apoptotic mimicry .
Therapeutic Implications: Neutralizing antibodies like CNTO300 block Gas6-receptor interactions by binding the LG1 domain, inhibiting cell survival in cancer models .
Western Blot Validation:
| Feature | GASA6 (Plant) | Gas6 (Human) |
|---|---|---|
| Function | GA/BR signaling in germination and growth | Cell survival, adhesion, viral entry |
| Antibody Availability | None documented | Commercially available (e.g., AF885, 13795-1-AP) |
| Key Interactions | HBI1, BEE2 transcription factors | Axl, Tyro3, Mer receptors |
| Pathway Integration | GA, BR, ABA, glucose | PI3K/Akt, MAPK, STAT |