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ROCK1 Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: ROCK1

Official Full Name: Rho associated coiled-coil containing protein kinase 1provided by HGNC

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a protein serine/threonine kinase that is activated when bound to the GTP-bound form of Rho. The small GTPase Rho regulates formation of focal adhesions and stress fibers of fibroblasts, as well as adhesion and aggregation of platelets and lymphocytes by shuttling between the inactive GDP-bound form and the active GTP-bound form. Rho is also essential in cytokinesis and plays a role in transcriptional activation by serum response factor. This protein, a downstream effector of Rho, phosphorylates and activates LIM kinase, which in turn, phosphorylates cofilin, inhibiting its actin-depolymerizing activity. A pseudogene, related to this gene, is also located on chromosome 18. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2015]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO00572 ROCK1 Knockout cell line (A549) Human ROCK1 1:3~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry
KO11503 ROCK1 Knockout cell line (HeLa) Human ROCK1 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO11504 ROCK1 Knockout cell line (HCT 116) Human ROCK1 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry
KO11505 ROCK1 Knockout cell line (HEK293) Human ROCK1 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

ROCK1 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are engineered cellular models specifically designed to investigate the role of the Rho-associated protein kinase 1 (ROCK1) in various biological processes. ROCK1 is a fundamental regulator of multiple cellular functions, including cytoskeletal dynamics, cell migration, apoptosis, and cell signaling pathways involved in fibrosis and cancer progression. By utilizing CRISPR-Cas9 technology, the ROCK1 Gene Knockout Cell Lines facilitate the precise disruption of the ROCK1 gene, allowing researchers to study the resultant phenotypic changes in cellular behavior and signaling.

These cell lines operate by eliminating the expression of ROCK1, thereby providing a unique platform for elucidating the kinase's mechanisms of action in both physiological and pathological contexts. Researchers can conduct functional assays to observe altered cell morphology, migration rates, and signaling pathway activation, significantly enriching our understanding of diseases associated with aberrant ROCK1 activity.

The scientific importance of ROCK1 Gene Knockout Cell Lines extends to diverse applications in cancer research, cardiovascular studies, and neurobiology. They are invaluable assets for drug discovery and development efforts aimed at targeting ROCK1, which could yield novel therapeutic strategies.

Compared to alternative methods, such as pharmacological inhibitors, ROCK1 Gene Knockout Cell Lines provide a more comprehensive approach to dissecting the gene's biological roles, allowing for the investigation of long-term and irreversible effects on cellular processes. Their specificity enables clearer insights into the implications of ROCK1 in various diseases without the confounding effects that reversible inhibition can introduce.

For researchers and clinicians, these cell lines represent a powerful tool for advancing translational research, enabling the development of targeted therapies and improved disease models. By investing in the study of ROCK1, users can contribute to breakthroughs that may enhance patient outcomes in numerous health conditions.

Innovation is at the core of our commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Our expertise in developing reliable cell line models ensures that researchers have access to high-quality products tailored for their specific studies, empowering them to push the boundaries of what is possible in biological research.

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

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