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HSPA8 Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: HSPA8

Official Full Name: heat shock protein family A (Hsp70) member 8provided by HGNC

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a member of the heat shock protein 70 family, which contains both heat-inducible and constitutively expressed members. This protein belongs to the latter group, which are also referred to as heat-shock cognate proteins. It functions as a chaperone, and binds to nascent polypeptides to facilitate correct folding. It also functions as an ATPase in the disassembly of clathrin-coated vesicles during transport of membrane components through the cell. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2011]

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KO01389 HSPA8 Knockout cell line (HeLa) Human HSPA8 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

HSPA8 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are genetically modified cell lines that have undergone precise gene editing to disrupt the HSPA8 gene, which encodes for the heat shock protein 70 (Hsp70). These cell lines serve as invaluable tools for studying the functional role of Hsp70 in diverse biological processes, including stress responses, protein folding, and cellular metabolism. By eliminating the expression of HSPA8, researchers can investigate the consequences of its absence on cellular homeostasis, apoptosis, and signaling pathways that are often implicated in diseases such as cancer and neurodegeneration.

The primary mechanism of action for these cell lines involves the loss of Hsp70-associated chaperone activity, impacting protein stability and folding within the cell. This knockout allows researchers to elucidate the activity of other heat shock proteins and their compensatory mechanisms, facilitating a deeper understanding of cellular stress responses. Moreover, these cell lines are crucial for testing therapeutic compounds aimed at modulating Hsp70 levels, thus providing insights into novel treatment strategies for various maladies.

Scientifically, HSPA8 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are particularly significant in biomedical research due to their potential applications in drug discovery, gene therapy, and genetic research. They offer a streamlined approach to dissecting the HSPA8 gene's role and its pathways, thereby enhancing understanding of diseases where HSP dysfunction is a critical factor.

What sets these cell lines apart from alternatives is their normative genetic background and the robustness of the knockout, which is validated through rigorous molecular characterization. This ensures reproducibility and reliability in experimental results, essential for both academic and pharmaceutical research settings.

For researchers and clinicians focused on cellular physiology and disease modeling, HSPA8 Gene Knockout Cell Lines provide an unparalleled opportunity to generate meaningful insights into Hsp70's role and therapeutic potential. Our company specializes in the development of high-quality genomic tools, including a wide array of knockout and knock-in cell lines, ensuring researchers have access to state-of-the-art products for advancing scientific knowledge and therapeutic development.

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

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