SCPL14 Antibody

Definition and Target

SCPL14 Antibody is a polyclonal antibody developed to detect and study the SCPL14 protein, a serine carboxypeptidase-like enzyme in Arabidopsis thaliana. Serine carboxypeptidases (SCPs) are hydrolases involved in post-translational modifications, protein processing, and secondary metabolism in plants .

Biological Context

• SCPL14 Protein Function: SCPL enzymes in plants are implicated in hydrolytic activities, including the processing of defense-related secondary metabolites and cell wall modifications. SCPL14 likely participates in these pathways, though its exact role remains understudied .

• Research Relevance: Antibodies against SCPL14 enable localization studies, expression profiling, and functional characterization in plant developmental or stress-response models.

Research Limitations and Gaps

Comparative Analysis with Related Antibodies

While SCPL14-specific data are sparse, insights can be drawn from antibodies targeting homologous proteins:

Future Directions

• Functional Studies: Prioritize knockout/knockdown experiments in Arabidopsis to elucidate SCPL14’s role in plant physiology.

• Technical Optimization: Validate cross-reactivity with SCPL isoforms and optimize protocols for WB/IHC.