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Glucocorticoid induced TNF receptor family related gene (GITR; AITR) is a type 1 228 amino acid transmembrane protein that has been designated TNFRSF18. GITR is expressed mainly by CD4+ CD25+ T lymphocytes. Its engagement by antibodies or its ligand (GITRL) induces a costimulatory signal which can break T cell suppression. GITR has been implicated as a regulatory mechanism in anti-parasitic immune resposes, and is involved with macrophages activation in atherosclerotic plaque formation.

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BAFF is a master regulator of peripheral B cell survival, and together with IL-6, promotes Ig class-switching and plasma cell differentiation. BAFF co-stimulates activated T cells. Increased levels of soluble BAFF have been detected in the serum of patients with various autoimmune diseases, such as Sjögren’s syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Furthermore, BAFF is found in inflammatory sites in which there is lymphoid neogenesis. BAFF levels are elevated in patients with multiple myeloma and B cell chronic lymphoid leukemia (B-CCL).

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The inducible costimulator CD278 (ICOS) is similar to human CD28 (24% homology) and plays an analogous role in the T cell activation process. Secondary signaling through CD28 or CD278 results in discrete cytokine secretion profiles by the activated T cells. CD275 (ICOSL; GL50; B7-H2) has been shown to be the ligand for CD278 (ICOS).

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The cytokine human interferon-gamma (IFN-gamma) is a glycosylated protein that exists as a homodimer of 34kDa in its biologically active form. IFN-gamma is expressed upon activation by TH1 cells CD8+ cells and NK cells. Secreted IFN-gamma is a potent inhibitor of in vitro hematopoiesis and appears to serve as an important regulator of lymphocyte and macrophage function by exerting antiproliferative effects.

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Streptavidin can be used in conjunction with biotinylated antibodies as an avidin/biotin labeling system for flow cytometry.

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Human T cell receptor (TCR) is a T cell surface expressed heterodimer of alpha/beta or gamma/delta chains. TCR’s recognize antigen peptides bound to MHC molecules forming the basis of antigen specific response by T cells.

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The human CD1 genetic locus consists of five closely related genes. Three of the gene products (CD1a, CD1b and CD1c) have been officially clustered using antibodies and are expressed on cortical thymocytes, a subset of B cells, and on most professional antigen presenting cells. CD1 molecules have a specialized lipid antigen-presenting function and it is unlikely that they present conventional peptide antigens. CD1 may also be involved in costimulation.

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The human CD3/T cell receptor (TcR) complex is made up of the CD3 proteins (gamma, delta, 2 epsilon) and teh zeta-chain in association with either alpha/beta or gamma/delta proteins of the TcR. The TcR recognizes antigens in association with MHC molecules after which protein chains of the CD3 complex mediate activation signals triggered by TcR antigen binding. CD3 is expressed on greater than 95% of circulating human peripheral T cells.

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The human CD3/T cell receptor (TcR) complex is made up of the CD3 proteins (gamma, delta, 2 epsilon) and teh zeta-chain in association with either alpha/beta or gamma/delta proteins of the TcR. The TcR recognizes antigens in association with MHC molecules after which protein chains of the CD3 complex mediate activation signals triggered by TcR antigen binding. CD3 is expressed on greater than 95% of circulating human peripheral T cells.

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Human CD2 is a T-lineage glycoprotein with roles in cell-cell adhesion and the transduction of activation signals. Multiple ligands for CD2 include CD58 (LFA-3), CD59, and CD48. CD2 may play a role in regulating T cell anergy.

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Human CD2 is a T-lineage glycoprotein with roles in cell-cell adhesion and the transduction of activation signals. Multiple ligands for CD2 include CD58 (LFA-3), CD59, and CD48. CD2 may play a role in regulating T cell anergy.

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Human CD11b (alpha M integrin) complexes with CD18 (beta 2 integrin) to form the complement receptor type 3 (CR3) heterodimer which binds to ICAM-1, fibrinogen, C3b and coagulation factor X. CD11b expression is restricted to leukocytes, mainly to myeloid and NK cells.

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Human CD8 is a heterodimeric protein consisting of an alpha and beta chain, each about 33kDa. CD8 is expressed on most thymocytes and on about one third of peripheral blood T cells. CD8 is a co-receptor involved in antigen recognition and binds to the alpha2 and alpha3 domain of MHC Class I molecules.

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Human CD7 is one of the earliest T lineage markers and is found on most thymocytes and peripheral blood T cells. The function of CD7 is not yet fully known, although cross-linking of CD7 with antibodies induces a T cell transmembrane calcium flux and CD7 expression is induced by ionomycin.

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Human CD28 is an important costimulatory molecule found on all CD4+ T cells and on about half of the CD8+ T cells. T cell activities attributed to CD28 include prevention of anergy, induction of cytokine gene transcription, stabilization of cytokine mRNA and activation of CD8+ cytotoxic T lymphocytes. The ligands for CD28 identified as CD80 (B7-1) and CD86 (B7-2) are immunglobulin superfamily monomeric transmembrane glycoproteins of 60kDa and 80kDa respectively. Anti-CD28 antibodies have been shown to have a strong adjuvant effect when conjugated to an immunogen. Monovalency of the CD28 receptor for its natural ligands is essential to provide costimulation without inducing responses in the absense of TCR engagement.

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Human CD31 is an adhesion molecule expressed on platelets, endothelial cells, leukocytes and their bone marrow precursors. CD31 plays a role in homophilic adhesion and heterophilic transendothelial migration.

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Human CD31 is an adhesion molecule expressed on platelets, endothelial cells, leukocytes and their bone marrow precursors. CD31 plays a role in homophilic adhesion and heterophilic transendothelial migration.

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Human CD30 is a member of the TNF receptor family and is expressed on mitogen activated B and T cells.

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Human CD26 is a T cell activation antigen which can be associated with costimulation. The significance of the dipeptidyl peptidase IV activity remains unknown. Characterization of adenosine deaminase binding to CD26 suggests an important immunoregulatory role. Soluble CD26 serum levels are predictive for colorectal cancer.

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Human CD26 is a T cell activation antigen which can be associated with costimulation. The significance of the dipeptidyl peptidase IV activity remains unknown. Characterization of adenosine deaminase binding to CD26 suggests an important immunoregulatory role. Soluble CD26 serum levels are predictive for colorectal cancer.

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Expression of human CD25 (the alpha subunit of the IL-2 receptor complex) is dramatically upregulated on activated T cells, B cells, NK cells and macrophages. Antibodies to CD25 are being studied for potential use as an immunodirected therapy to selectively attack (kill) CD25 expressing cells.

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IL-17A exhibits multiple biological activities on a variety of cells including the induction of IL-6 and IL-8 production in fibroblsts, the enhancement of surface expression of ICAM-1 in fibroblast, activation of NF-kappaB and costimulation of T cell proliferation. Induces stromal cells to produce proinflammatory and hematopoietic cytokines.

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CTRP9 belongs to a highly conserved family of adiponectin paralogs. It activates AMPK, AKT and p44/42 MAPK signaling pathways. Expressed predominantly in adipose tissue. Females express higher levels than males. Overexpression of CTRP9 in obese (ob/ob) mice significantly lowered serum glucose levels.

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IL-37 (Interleukin-37) belongs to the IL-1 family. It binds to interleukin-18 receptor (IL-18R) but not to IL-1 receptor. It was shown to play an important role as a link between innate and adaptive immunity and it is suggested as a new player in the inflammatory and immune responses mediated by the IL-18/IL-18R axis. It was also shown to inhibit tumor growth.

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Retinol binding protein 4 (RBP4; RBP) is a 21kDa secreted protein, a member of the lipocalin family and is known as the primary transporter of retinol (vitamin A) to tissues. A recent report revealed RBP4 as an adipokine linking glucose transporter 4 (GLUT4) suppression in adipose tissue to insulin. Elevated human and mouse serum RBP4 levels are associated with insulin resistance and its severity, obesity, and certain components of metabolic syndrome. Furthermore, human serum RBP4 levels are closely related to renal function.

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Very potent PARP-1 inhibitor.

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Potent and selective cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) 1, 2, 5, 7 and 9 inhibitor. Apoptosis inducer. Glycogen synthase kinase (GSK-3alpha/beta) inhibitor.

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Selective inhibitor of Pim-1 and Pim-2 protein kinases. Inducer of G1 phase cell cycle arrest. Inducer of p27Kip1. Inducer of apoptosis through the mitochondrial pathway. Inhibitor of the mammalian target of rapamycin C1 (mTORC1) pathway. Downregulates c-myc. Inhibitor of PRAS40 phosphorylation and mTOR activity. Potential anti-cancer compound. Blocks prostate cancer growth.

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Sonic hedgehog (Shh) signaling modulator. Inhibits the Shh pathway in human cell lines upstream of Smo. Targets the Shh N-terminal protein.

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Cell permeable, potent, selective, non-transition state and non-competitive gamma-secretase inhibitor. Notch processing inhibitor. Only weakly affects presenilinase activity.