Understanding The EF-CBD: A Potential Drug Target (G84455)

Target Name: EFCAB7

NCBI ID: G84455

Understanding The EF-CBD: A Potential Drug Target

The EF-hand calcium binding domain (EF-CBD) is a protein that is found in a variety of organisms, including humans. It is a key component of the protein EF-hand, which is a protein that is involved in the regulation of muscle contractions. The EF-CBD is a short protein that is composed of 21 amino acids.

One of the functions of the EF-CBD is to bind to calcium ions in the muscle. This interaction between the EF-CBD and calcium ions is important for the regulation of muscle contractions. When muscle is stimulated, the EF-CBD helps to facilitate the rapid contraction of the muscle fibers.

In addition to its role in muscle contractions, the EF-CBD is also involved in the regulation of other cellular processes. For example, it has been shown to play a role in the regulation of cell division, and it has been shown to interact with various signaling pathways.

Despite its importance, the EF-CBD is not well understood. There are only a few studies that have been conducted to investigate its function, and more research is needed to fully understand its role in the regulation of muscle contractions and other cellular processes.

One potential drug target for the EF-CBD is the use of small molecules that can modulate its activity. For example, researchers have developed a number of small molecules that have been shown to interact with the EF-CBD and to modulate its function. These small molecules include such things as rapamycin, a drug that is used to prevent the growth of cancer cells, and valproic acid, a drug that is used to treat certain mental disorders.

Another potential drug target for the EF-CBD is the use of antibodies that can target the protein and modulate its activity. Researchers have developed antibodies that are specific for the EF-CBD and that can bind to the protein and modulate its function. These antibodies have the potential to be used as a diagnostic tool and as a therapeutic agent.

In conclusion, the EF-hand calcium binding domain (EF-CBD) is a protein that is involved in the regulation of muscle contractions and other cellular processes. It is not well understood, and there is a need for more research to fully understand its function. The use of small molecules and antibodies as drug targets may provide new ways to modulate its activity and to investigate its role in the regulation of muscle contractions and other cellular processes.

Protein Name: EF-hand Calcium Binding Domain 7

Functions: Component of the EvC complex that positively regulates ciliary Hedgehog (Hh) signaling. Required for the localization of the EVC2:EVC subcomplex at the base of primary cilia

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