GAB2 is a scaffolding protein that integrates signals from cytokine/growth factor receptors and antigen receptors. Phosphorylation at Tyr643 enables GAB2 to recruit SHP2 via its C-terminal SH2 domain, facilitating activation of MAPK/ERK and RhoA-dependent pathways . Key roles include:
IL-2 Signaling: In T lymphocytes, GAB2–SHP2 interaction at Tyr643 is essential for ERK activation and transcriptional regulation of c-fos via the serum response element (SRE) .
Radiation Response: Low-dose γ-radiation (0.05 Gy) induces phosphorylation of Tyr643 in fibroblasts (MRC-5 and NHDF cells), suggesting its role in stress signaling .
This antibody is widely used in molecular research for:
Mutation of Tyr643 to phenylalanine (Y643F) disrupts SHP2 binding, impairing ERK activation and c-fos promoter activity in T cells .
Dominant-negative Gab2 Y614F/Y643F mutants block SHP2 recruitment and downstream MAPK signaling .
Dose-dependent responses of phospho-Gab2 (Tyr643) in fibroblasts:
| Cell Line | Radiation Dose (Gy) | Relative Intensity (vs. Control) |
|---|---|---|
| MRC-5 | 0.05 | 2.2 |
| NHDF | 0.05 | 2.2 |