The gene KIAA1715 is also referred to as LNP1 (Lunapark1) and encodes a member of the conserved lunapark protein family. The protein is characterized by two transmembrane domains and a zinc finger motif. It is found to localize to ER (endoplasmic reticulum) tubule junctions in both yeast and mammalian cells. The gene is mapped to human chromosome 2q31.
Synonyms: Anti-KIAA1715; Anti-LNP; Anti-LNP1; Anti-Ul
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Biochem Physiol Actions: Mammalian Lnp1 (Lunapark1) encoded by the gene KIAA1715 functions in stabilizing nascent three-way ER (endoplasmic reticulum) junctions. Newly formed three-way junctions remain within the ER network if they succeed to acquire Lnp1. If these junctions do not acquire Lnp1, they undergo rapid ring closure. In yeast cells, if Lnp1 function is disrupted, the cortical ER network collapses and large sectors of the cortex that lack ER are formed.
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