The Recombinant Schizosaccharomyces pombe Meiotically Up-Regulated Gene 116 Protein (mug116) is a protein expressed in the fission yeast Schizosaccharomyces pombe. This protein is particularly noted for its role during meiosis, a critical phase of sexual reproduction in eukaryotic organisms where genetic material is halved to produce gametes . The recombinant form of this protein is produced in Escherichia coli (E. coli) for research purposes, often with a His-tag for easier purification .
Expression Host: The recombinant mug116 protein is expressed in E. coli, which is a common host for recombinant protein production due to its well-understood genetics and rapid growth rate .
Protein Length: The full-length mug116 protein consists of 135 amino acids .
Purity and Storage: The protein is available in a lyophilized form with a purity of greater than 90% as determined by SDS-PAGE. It is recommended to store the protein at -20°C or -80°C to maintain its integrity .
Reconstitution: For use, the protein should be reconstituted in deionized sterile water to a concentration of 0.1-1.0 mg/mL, with the option to add glycerol for long-term storage .
| Characteristics | Description |
|---|---|
| Species | Schizosaccharomyces pombe |
| Expression Host | Escherichia coli |
| Protein Length | 135 amino acids |
| Purity | >90% (SDS-PAGE) |
| Storage | -20°C or -80°C |
| Role | Meiosis |
Future research should aim to elucidate the precise mechanisms by which mug116 influences meiotic processes. This could involve genetic studies to identify interacting partners or biochemical assays to determine its enzymatic activities. Additionally, exploring the conservation of mug116-like proteins across different species could provide broader insights into meiotic regulation.
KEGG: spo:SPAC5D6.10c