GAUT2 Antibody

Key Features:

• Immunogen: Likely derived from recombinant or peptide antigens specific to Arabidopsis GAUT2.

• Applications: Predominantly used for Western blot (WB), immunohistochemistry (IHC), and immunofluorescence (IF) in plant biology studies .

Research Applications

The GAUT2 antibody enables researchers to:

• Localize GAUT2 expression in plant tissues using IHC or IF.

• Quantify protein levels under varying experimental conditions (e.g., stress, mutations) via WB.

• Investigate genetic knockouts or overexpression lines to study GAUT2’s role in cell wall dynamics.

Example Workflow:

1. Sample Preparation: Extract proteins from Arabidopsis tissues (roots, leaves).

2. Western Blotting: Use GAUT2 antibody to detect a ~90 kDa band (predicted molecular weight).

3. Immunohistochemistry: Visualize GAUT2 distribution in plant cell walls .

Comparative Analysis of GAUT Family Antibodies

Research Limitations and Future Directions

• Current Gaps: No peer-reviewed studies directly linking GAUT2 to specific phenotypic traits or mechanisms in Arabidopsis are cited in available sources.

• Potential Studies:

  • Functional knockout assays to elucidate GAUT2’s role in pectin synthesis.

  • Cross-species reactivity tests to explore conservation in crops (e.g., rice, wheat).

  • Structural studies to map antibody-epitope binding sites .

Related Antibody Technologies

While GAUT2-specific literature is sparse, advancements in monoclonal antibody engineering (e.g., glycan-targeting antibodies ) and high-throughput databases (e.g., AACDB for antigen-antibody complexes ) highlight broader trends in antibody research that could enhance GAUT2 study tools.