GJB2 Membrane Protein Introduction

Introduction of GJB2

Gap junction beta-2 protein (GJB2) is a protein encoded by the GJB2 gene. It is also known as connexin-26(cx26). GJB2 is involved in the movement of small metabolites and ions between the neighboring cells. The gap junction is first characterized by an electron microscope and has a regional specific structure on the plasma membrane contacting the attached cells. These structures have been shown to consist of cells to cell channels. Proteins purified from the rich gap junctions of different tissues, called connexins, are different. Connexins are specified by their molecular mass. Another nomenclature divides connexins into two categories: alpha and beta, based on sequence similarity at nucleotide and amino acid levels.

Basic Information of GJB2
Protein Name	Gap junction beta-2 protein
Gene Name	GJB2
Aliases	Connexin-26
Organism	Homo sapiens (Human)
UniProt ID	P29033
Transmembrane Times	4
Length (aa)	226
Sequence	MDWGTLQTILGGVNKHSTSIGKIWLTVLFIFRIMILVVAAKEVWGDEQADFVCNTLQPGCKNVCYDHYFPISHIRLWALQLIFVSTPALLVAMHVAYRRHEKKRKFIKGEIKSEFKDIEEIKTQKVRIEGSLWWTYTSSIFFRVIFEAAFMYVFYVMYDGFSMQRLVKCNAWPCPNTVDCFVSRPTEKTVFTVFMIAVSGICILLNVTELCYLLIRYCSGKSKKPV

Function of GJB2 Membrane Protein

Mutation of the GJB2 gene-encoded protein Cx26 in homozygous and heterozygous states is an important part of the recessive form of chromosomes in different populations. This genetic defect leads to the most common congenital deafness in developed countries, called DFNB1 (also known as connexin 26 deafness or gjb2-related deafness). Through the regulation of the cell cycle, GJB2 also plays an important role in tumor suppression. Abnormal expression of GJB2, associated with several types of human cancer, may be a prognostic factor for cancers such as colorectal cancer, breast cancer, and bladder cancer. In addition, it is recommended to promote the development of cancer by promoting cell migration and invasion, and to promote the development of cancer by stimulating the self-renewal capacity of cancer stem cells.

Fig.1 The structure of Gap junction beta-2 protein.

Application of GJB2 Membrane Protein in Literature

Holzer L.A., et al. Expression of Gap Junction Proteins Connexins 26, 30, and 43 in Dupuytren’s Disease. Acta Orthopaedica. 2014, 85 (1): 97–101. PubMed ID: 24359029

The results show that GJB2 has high expression in α-SMA positive myofibroblast-rich nodules, indicating that connexins could be a novel treatment target for the treatment of DD.
Chandrasekhar A., et al. Intercellular Redistribution of cAMP Underlies Selective Suppression of Cancer Cell Growth by Connexin26. PLoS ONE. 2013, 8(12): e82335. PubMed ID: 24312655

This article implies that GJB2 inhibit transformed growth of HeLa cells.
Palmer C.G.S., et al. Impact of Genetic Counseling and Connexin-26 and Connexin-30 Testing on Deaf Identity and Comprehension of Genetic Test Results in a Sample of Deaf Adults: A Prospective, Longitudinal Study. PLoS ONE. 2014, 9 (11): e111512. PubMed ID: 25375116

The results suggest that the GJB2 and Connexin-30 genes are intimately connected to Deaf culture.
Fiori M.C., et al. Functional Hemichannels Formed by Human Connexin 26 Expressed in Bacteria. Bioscience Reports. 2015, 35 (2): e00177. PubMed ID: 25585383

The previous researches indicate that mutations of Cx26 (connexin 26) are the most frequent cause of genetic deafness.
Polusani S.R., et al. Cell Coupling Mediated by Connexin 26 Selectively Contributes to Reduced Adhesivity and Increased Migration. Journal of Cell Science. 2016,129 (23): 4399–4410. PubMed ID: 27777264

This article indicates that expression of Cx26 in HeLa cells selectively enhances wound healing in a manner that is dependent on intercellular coupling.

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