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| Immunogen | A human recombinant protein (amino acids R282-A360) was used as the immunogen for the HOMER3 antibody. |
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Overview
HOMER3 Antibody is a research-use antibody directed against HOMER3. It is supplied for use in common immunoassay contexts such as WB, FACS (RUO).
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: HOMER3.
- Description (provided): Homer protein homolog 3 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the HOMER3 gene.
- Antibody type: Mouse, clone 9G13, Mouse IgG2a.
- Format: Antigen affinity purified; Affinity purified.
- Species reactivity: tested: Human.
- Immunogen (if provided): A human recombinant protein (amino acids R282-A360) was used as the immunogen for the HOMER3 antibody..
The information above helps you match the antibody format to your assay context, interpret species-dependent differences, and anticipate how epitope context (isoforms, PTMs, or conformational state) may influence signal.
Biological background
Homer protein homolog 3 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the HOMER3 gene. This gene encodes a member of the HOMER family of postsynaptic density scaffolding proteins that share a similar domain structure consisting of an N-terminal Enabled/vasodilator-stimulated phosphoprotein homology 1 domain which mediates protein-protein interactions, and a carboxy-terminal coiled-coil domain and two leucine zipper motifs that are involved in self-oligomerization. The encoded protein binds numerous other proteins including group I metabotropic glutamate receptors, inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate receptors and amyloid precursor proteins and has been implicated in diverse biological functions such as neuronal signaling, T-cell activation and trafficking of amyloid beta peptides.
For curated annotations (gene/protein naming, domains, isoforms, and pathway links) for HOMER3, consult primary databases such as UniProt, NCBI Gene, and Ensembl.
Research relevance and current trends
- Context-dependent expression studies: researchers often examine HOMER3 abundance and localization across perturbations (genetic, pharmacologic, or environmental) to connect phenotype to molecular changes.
- Reagent reproducibility: there is growing emphasis on antibody specificity checks using orthogonal approaches (e.g., genetic perturbation or independent antibodies) and transparent reporting of clone/lot information.
- Multi-modal datasets: antibody-based readouts are increasingly combined with transcriptomics and imaging to relate protein-level measurements to cell-state transitions.
Common research applications
- Western blotting (immunoblot) for relative detection of target protein abundance and apparent molecular weight.
- FACS: commonly used to detect or compare HOMER3 across experimental conditions (conceptual guidance only).
When comparing conditions, interpret changes in signal in the context of sample composition, expected localization, and any known isoform complexity for the target.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Isoforms and PTMs: alternative splicing or post-translational modifications can change epitope accessibility and apparent molecular weight; interpret bands/signals accordingly.
- Cross-reactivity and matrix effects: background binding can vary by sample type, species, and blocking/detection chemistries; include appropriate negative controls.
- Control concepts: where feasible, use genetic perturbation (KO/KD/overexpression), orthogonal assays, or independent antibodies to support specificity claims.
Antibody considerations: Polyclonal reagents may recognize multiple epitopes and can increase sensitivity but may show broader binding profiles, while monoclonal clones provide a single-epitope readout that can improve consistency across experiments. If a conjugate is listed, the antibody supports more direct detection workflows; otherwise, it is typically used with a compatible secondary antibody.
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