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ALS2 Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: ALS2

Official Full Name: alsin Rho guanine nucleotide exchange factor ALS2provided by HGNC

Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene contains an ATS1/RCC1-like domain, a RhoGEF domain, and a vacuolar protein sorting 9 (VPS9) domain, all of which are guanine-nucleotide exchange factors that activate members of the Ras superfamily of GTPases. The protein functions as a guanine nucleotide exchange factor for the small GTPase RAB5. The protein localizes with RAB5 on early endosomal compartments, and functions as a modulator for endosomal dynamics. Mutations in this gene result in several forms of juvenile lateral sclerosis and infantile-onset ascending spastic paralysis. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2008]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO39019 ALS2 Knockout cell line (HeLa) Human ALS2 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO39020 ALS2 Knockout cell line (HCT 116) Human ALS2 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry
KO39021 ALS2 Knockout cell line (HEK293) Human ALS2 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO39022 ALS2 Knockout cell line (A549) Human ALS2 1:3~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

ALS2 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specialized biological tools engineered to lack the expression of the ALS2 gene, which encodes for the protein Alsin, a guanine nucleotide exchange factor involved in regulating neuronal cytoskeleton dynamics and vesicle trafficking. These cell lines provide a unique model to study the mechanistic pathways associated with ALS2-linked diseases, such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and other neurodegenerative disorders. By employing CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing techniques, the ALS2 gene is effectively disrupted, allowing researchers to investigate the downstream effects of Alsin absence on cellular behavior.

The key functions of these knockout cell lines include facilitating the analysis of cellular morphology, motility, and signaling pathways critical for neurodevelopment and synaptic health. Researchers can use these models to elucidate the contribution of ALS2 to cellular processes like autophagy, endocytosis, and neuroinflammation, as well as characterizing the genetic interactions that can compound ALS2 deficiencies.

Scientifically, the availability of ALS2 Gene Knockout Cell Lines is vital in the field of molecular biology and genetics as it opens new avenues for therapeutic development and drug screening, particularly for neurodegenerative diseases. These cell lines serve as a platform to identify potential biomarkers and drug targets, enhancing our understanding of ALS2-related pathologies.

The specific advantages of these knockout cell lines include their robustness, reproducibility, and compatibility with high-throughput screening methodologies, setting them apart from traditional RNA interference or wild-type models. The precision of gene knockout technology ensures that researchers can achieve more reliable and interpretable results.

For researchers and clinicians invested in understanding neurodegenerative diseases, ALS2 Gene Knockout Cell Lines represent an invaluable resource, offering the potential to accelerate discoveries that could lead to significant clinical advancements. Our company is committed to providing high-quality biological products backed by in-depth expertise in cellular models, supporting our customers in their pursuit of groundbreaking research and therapeutic innovation.

Please note that all services are for research use only. Not intended for any clinical use.

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