Recombinant Archaeoglobus fulgidus Uncharacterized Protein AF_2028 (AF_2028) is a protein derived from the archaeon Archaeoglobus fulgidus . It is produced using recombinant DNA technology . AF_2028 is referred to as an uncharacterized protein, which indicates that its specific function has not yet been determined through experimentation .
The AF_2028 protein is produced in E. coli cells as a recombinant protein with an N-terminal His tag to facilitate purification . The protein is available as a lyophilized powder . The purity is assessed using SDS-PAGE, with a reported purity level of greater than 90% .
AF_2028 is derived from Archaeoglobus fulgidus, a hyperthermophilic archaeon known for its ability to reduce sulfate at high temperatures . While AF_2028 is currently annotated as an uncharacterized protein, studies on A. fulgidus have revealed insights into its stress response mechanisms and other cellular processes .
Although the specific function of AF_2028 remains unknown, several lines of evidence suggest potential roles:
Involvement in Cellular Pathways: AF_2028 may participate in various cellular pathways and functions, possibly in conjunction with other proteins .
Response to Stress: As a product of a hyperthermophilic archaeon, AF_2028 might play a role in the organism's response to heat and other environmental stresses .
KEGG: afu:AF_2028
STRING: 224325.AF2028