cemA is indirectly involved in enhancing inorganic carbon (Ci: CO₂ + HCO₃⁻) uptake into chloroplasts. Key findings include:
Mechanism of Action
CO₂/HCO₃⁻ Uptake: Disruption of cemA in Chlamydomonas reinhardtii reduces the affinity of Ci transport systems for their substrates, impairing photosynthetic efficiency under high light.
Proton Extrusion: Homologous proteins in cyanobacteria (e.g., cotA) are linked to proton extrusion, suggesting a conserved role in maintaining pH gradients for Ci transport.
Experimental Evidence
Experimental Model
Observation
Chlamydomonas reinhardtii
cemA mutants show reduced CO₂ uptake and poor growth under high light
Synechocystis (cyanobacteria)
cotA (cemA homolog) mutants exhibit defective CO₂ transport
Oryza sativa
Recombinant cemA used to study envelope membrane dynamics in vitro
Recombinant Production
Expression System: Expressed in E. coli with an N-terminal His tag for purification via nickel affinity chromatography.
Purification: Lyophilized protein is reconstituted in deionized water (0.1–1.0 mg/mL) with 5–50% glycerol for stability.
Experimental Uses
Application
Details
SDS-PAGE Analysis
Used to verify protein purity (>90%) and confirm molecular weight
Functional Studies
Investigates Ci transport mechanisms and proton extrusion in chloroplasts
Membrane Protein Studies
Examines interactions with envelope membrane components and transporters
cemA Homologs
Species
Gene/Product
Key Features
Oryza sativa
cemA (P0C302)
Full-length (230aa), His-tagged, E. coli-expressed
Chlamydomonas reinhardtii
cemA (Q37050)
Partial sequence, Baculovirus-expressed
Barbarea verna
cemA (A4QKB7)
Full-length (229aa), His-tagged, E. coli-expressed
Product Specs
Form
Lyophilized powder. Note: While we prioritize shipping the format currently in stock, please specify your preferred format in order notes for fulfillment.
Lead Time
Delivery times vary depending on the purchase method and location. Contact your local distributor for precise delivery estimates. Note: Shipments default to blue ice packs. Dry ice shipping requires prior arrangement and incurs additional charges.
Notes
Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Store working aliquots at 4°C for up to one week.
Reconstitution
Centrifuge the vial briefly before opening to consolidate the contents. Reconstitute the protein in sterile, deionized water to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/mL. For long-term storage, we recommend adding 5-50% glycerol (final concentration) and aliquoting at -20°C/-80°C. Our standard glycerol concentration is 50%, which can serve as a guideline.
Shelf Life
Shelf life depends on storage conditions, buffer composition, temperature, and protein stability. Generally, liquid formulations have a 6-month shelf life at -20°C/-80°C, while lyophilized forms maintain stability for 12 months under the same conditions.
Storage Condition
Upon receipt, store at -20°C/-80°C. Aliquot to prevent repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Tag Info
The tag type is determined during manufacturing. If you require a specific tag, please inform us, and we will prioritize its inclusion during development.
Synonyms
cemA; ycf10; Chloroplast envelope membrane protein