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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived mouse NEK5 recombinant protein (Position: K22-Q627) was used as the immunogen for the NEK5 antibody. |
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Overview
NEK5 Antibody / NimA-related protein kinase 5 is a anti-NEK5 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunocytochemistry (ICC), Immunofluorescence (IF), ELISA with listed reactivity in Mouse, Rat. Reported localization: Nuclear, cytoplasmic.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: NEK5
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, IHC, ICC/IF, ELISA
Biological background
Serine/threonine-protein kinase Nek5 contains an N-terminal catalytic domain with conserved motifs for ATP binding and phosphorylation activity, and a C-terminal region responsible for subcellular localization and protein interactions. It localizes to centrosomes and mitochondria, suggesting dual functions in cell division and energy metabolism. The NEK5 antibody supports studies of these distinct localizations, allowing researchers to examine how Nek5 activity integrates cell-cycle control with mitochondrial health. Evidence indicates that Nek5 contributes to the initiation of centrosome disjunction, ensuring proper spindle formation during mitosis.
Beyond its role in mitotic regulation, Serine/threonine-protein kinase Nek5 has emerged as a mediator of mitochondrial dynamics and apoptosis resistance. It stabilizes mitochondrial membrane potential and reduces reactive oxygen species accumulation, linking Nek5 function to cellular stress adaptation. The NEK5 antibody helps reveal how mitochondrial Nek5 signaling intersects with pathways involving BCL2 family proteins and caspase activation. Studies have suggested that loss of Nek5 increases sensitivity to oxidative damage and promotes apoptotic cell death, highlighting its potential importance in tissue homeostasis and neuroprotection.
Aberrant Nek5 expression or activity may contribute to cancer development and progression. Overexpression has been observed in several tumor types, including breast and prostate cancers, where it may promote survival under genotoxic stress. The NEK5 antibody supports exploration of these oncogenic associations, enabling analysis of protein levels, phosphorylation status, and subcellular distribution in tumor models. Functional studies continue to investigate Nek5 as a possible target for kinase inhibition strategies aimed at restoring mitotic fidelity and limiting tumor growth.
The NEK5 antibody performs effectively in western blotting, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry. It yields strong centrosomal and mitochondrial staining consistent with its dual localization.
Research relevance and current trends
- Connecting protein-level changes to phenotype using orthogonal readouts (genetic perturbation, transcriptomics, imaging).
- Considering isoforms and post-translational regulation when interpreting protein-level changes.
- Comparing results across species and model systems with matched controls.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative abundance and activation-state changes across conditions.
- Immunofluorescence: visualize subcellular distribution and cell-to-cell heterogeneity.
- Immunohistochemistry: map target signal in tissue context and compare regions/phenotypes.
- ELISA: support antibody-based quantification in assay formats where applicable.
Interpret changes in signal alongside appropriate controls and, when relevant, in parallel with total-protein or pathway readouts.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Signal can reflect expression level, isoform composition, and post-translational state; interpret results in the context of your model system and stimuli.
- Species differences and sample matrices can influence epitope recognition; prioritize matched controls and orthogonal confirmation when feasible.
Antibody notes: Polyclonal antibodies recognize multiple epitopes, which can broaden the epitope footprint and may increase sensitivity in some contexts.
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