The nuclear envelope (NE) encloses the eukaryotic nucleus and is involved in nuclear-cytoplasmic transport, gene regulation, DMA replication, and tethering of chromatin to the nuclear periphery. Mutations that disrupt NE function cause laminopathies, human disorders sharing the hallmark of muscular dysfunction. In agreement with the importance of NE function in muscle development and maintenance, preliminary data suggests that the recently discovered NE protein NET25 is required for differentiation of C2C12 myoblasts. The proposed work will investigate potential signaling and structural functions of NET25 at the NE pertaining to muscle cell differentiation. Molecular analysis of myogenic markers and signaling factors in differentiating C2C12 cells will specify more closely the stage at which NET25 is involved in myogenesis. Identification of NET25 binding partners by MudPIT proteomics could provide valuable information about NET25 function on the molecular level. Subcellular localization studies will test the role of NET25 in NE structure and function. Understanding the contributions of NET25 to muscle development and regeneration might provide further insight into the tissue specific defects seen in laminopathies.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)
Type
Postdoctoral Individual National Research Service Award (F32)
Project #
5F32GM080045-02
Application #
7347537
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZRG1-F05-J (20))
Program Officer
Flicker, Paula F
Project Start
2007-01-16
Project End
2009-01-15
Budget Start
2008-01-16
Budget End
2009-01-15
Support Year
2
Fiscal Year
2008
Total Cost
$49,646
Indirect Cost
Name
Scripps Research Institute
Department
Type
DUNS #
781613492
City
La Jolla
State
CA
Country
United States
Zip Code
92037