Abstract

Casein kinase 1α (CK1α) is a multifunctional protein belonging to the CK1 protein family that is conserved in eukaryotes from yeast to humans. It regulates signaling pathways related to membrane trafficking, cell cycle progression, chromosome segregation, apoptosis, autophagy, cell metabolism, and differentiation in development, circadian rhythm, and the immune response as well as neurodegeneration and cancer. Given its involvement in diverse cellular, physiological, and pathological processes, CK1α is a promising therapeutic target. In this review, we summarize what is known of the biological functions of CK1α, and provide an overview of existing challenges and potential opportunities for advancing theranostics.

Details

Title
Casein kinase 1α: biological mechanisms and theranostic potential
Author
Jiang, Shaojie; Zhang, Miaofeng; Sun, Jihong; Yang, Xiaoming
Publication year
2018
Publication date
2018
Publisher
BioMed Central
e-ISSN
1478811X
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
2057062251
Copyright
Copyright © 2018. This work is licensed under http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (the “License”). Notwithstanding the ProQuest Terms and conditions, you may use this content in accordance with the terms of the License.