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Discussion

The ALK2 interaction network in U2OS cells Summary of ALK2 interactors identified in U2OS cells Discussion: theintracellular ALK2 interaction network in U2OS cells Apart from typical signaling components, the ALK2 interaction network shows a range of regulatory proteins involved in receptor sorting and turnover These include classical chaperones, components of the ubiquitination pathway and the…

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Investigation of ALK2 interactions in Hek293 cells The following BMP4 signal cascade components were chosen for investigation: ALK2 wild type receptor ALK2 mutated receptors: R206H (causes FOP (Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva)) Q207D (constitutive active) K235R (dominant negative) ALK6 wild type receptor ALK6 mutated receptor (I200K): causes brachydactyl (shortness of the fingers and toes) BMPRII: type II…

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Introduction FOP

Introduction to Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP, Münchmeyer syndrome) Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP, Münchmeyer syndrome) First mentioned in England around 1740 Orphan disease, approx. one patient per 2 million individuals Approx. 600 cases are documented Autosomal dominant Average life span: 45 years Early indicator: deformed big toes Progressive incidents of inflammation, followed by differentiation of inflamed…