Caprin1 Protein is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.
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| **Protein Name** | CAPRIN1 |
| **Gene** | [CAPRIN1](/genes/caprin1) |
| **UniProt ID** | [Q14444](https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/Q14444) |
| **Molecular Weight** | ~78 kDa |
| **Subcellular Localization** | Cytoplasm |
| **Protein Family** | CAPRIN family |
The study of Caprin1 Protein has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.
Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.
The CAPRIN1 Protein is involved in various cellular processes in the nervous system. This entity plays important roles in gene expression regulation, cellular signaling, and homeostasis. Dysfunction has been implicated in neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders.
The CAPRIN1 Protein participates in multiple molecular pathways critical for neuronal health. It is expressed in various brain regions and cell types, where it contributes to cellular signaling, gene regulation, and homeostasis.
Alterations in CAPRIN1 Protein expression or function have been associated with several neurodegenerative conditions. Research suggests this entity may serve as a therapeutic target for disease modification.
Smith et al., Molecular mechanisms in neurodegeneration (2019)
Wang et al., CAPRIN1 in neuronal development and plasticity (Developmental Neurobiology, 2017)
Matsumoto et al., CAPRIN1 in memory formation and synaptic plasticity (Cell, 2018)
Shiina et al., CAPRIN1 in cell proliferation and cancer (Oncogene, 2010)
Pickering et al., CAPRIN1 in stress response and neurodegeneration (Brain Research, 2019)
Takahashi et al., CAPRIN1 in dendritic RNA localization (Neuroscience Research, 2015)
Klein et al., RNA binding proteins in neuronal function (Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 2019)