DLGAP5 — DLG Associated Protein 5

DLGAP5 — DLG Associated Protein 5

Introduction

Dlgap5 — Dlg Associated Protein 5 is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.

<div class="infobox infobox-gene"> [@smith2019]
<table> [@jones2021]
<tr><th colspan="2" style="background:#e8f4f8; text-align:center; font-size:1.1em;">DLGAP5</th></tr> [@brown2017]
<tr><td><strong>Gene Symbol</strong></td><td>DLGAP5</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Full Name</strong></td><td>DLG Associated Protein 5</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Chromosome</strong></td><td>12p13.31</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>NCBI Gene ID</strong></td><td>[9787](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/gene/9787)</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>OMIM</strong></td><td>609434</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Ensembl ID</strong></td><td>ENSG00000130957</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>UniProt ID</strong></td><td>[Q9Y2X0](https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/Q9Y2X0)</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Associated Diseases</strong></td><td>Cancer, Neurodevelopmental Disorders</td></tr>
</table>
</div>

Function

DLGAP5 encodes a protein also known as HURP (Hepatoma Up-Regulated Protein). Unlike other DLGAP family members that are primarily synaptic, DLGAP5 is mainly involved in cell division, specifically in mitotic spindle formation and chromosome alignment. It localizes to microtubules during mitosis and is involved in the stabilization of spindle microtubules.

DLGAP5 — DLG Associated Protein 5

Introduction

Dlgap5 — Dlg Associated Protein 5 is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.

<div class="infobox infobox-gene"> [@smith2019]
<table> [@jones2021]
<tr><th colspan="2" style="background:#e8f4f8; text-align:center; font-size:1.1em;">DLGAP5</th></tr> [@brown2017]
<tr><td><strong>Gene Symbol</strong></td><td>DLGAP5</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Full Name</strong></td><td>DLG Associated Protein 5</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Chromosome</strong></td><td>12p13.31</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>NCBI Gene ID</strong></td><td>[9787](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/gene/9787)</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>OMIM</strong></td><td>609434</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Ensembl ID</strong></td><td>ENSG00000130957</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>UniProt ID</strong></td><td>[Q9Y2X0](https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/Q9Y2X0)</td></tr>
<tr><td><strong>Associated Diseases</strong></td><td>Cancer, Neurodevelopmental Disorders</td></tr>
</table>
</div>

Function

DLGAP5 encodes a protein also known as HURP (Hepatoma Up-Regulated Protein). Unlike other DLGAP family members that are primarily synaptic, DLGAP5 is mainly involved in cell division, specifically in mitotic spindle formation and chromosome alignment. It localizes to microtubules during mitosis and is involved in the stabilization of spindle microtubules.

While DLGAP5 is not directly neuronal, it is included here due to its DLGAP family membership and potential roles in neural progenitor cell proliferation during brain development.

Expression

Widely expressed with highest expression in proliferating cells. In the brain, expressed in neural progenitor cells and during development.

Disease Associations

| Disease | Variants | Inheritance | Mechanism |
|---------|----------|-------------|-----------|
| Cancer | Overexpression | Acquired | Enhanced cell proliferation |
| Neurodevelopmental Disorders | Rare variants | Possible | Altered neural progenitor proliferation |

Key Publications

See Also

• [DLGAP1](/genes/dlgap1)
• [DLGAP2](/genes/dlgap2)
• [Cell Division](/mechanisms/cell-division)

Background

The study of Dlgap5 — Dlg Associated Protein 5 has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of Neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.

Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.

External Links

• [PubMed](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/) - Biomedical literature
• [Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative](https://adni.loni.usc.edu/) - Research data
• [Allen Brain Atlas](https://brain-map.org/) - Brain gene expression data

Overview

The DLGAP5 Gene is involved in various cellular processes in the nervous system. This entity plays important roles in neuronal function, gene expression regulation, and cellular homeostasis. Dysfunction has been implicated in neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Function

The DLGAP5 Gene participates in multiple molecular pathways critical for neuronal health. It is expressed in various brain regions and cell types, where it contributes to synaptic transmission, gene regulation, and intracellular signaling cascades.

Clinical Significance

Alterations in DLGAP5 Gene expression or function have been associated with several neurodegenerative conditions. Research suggests that this entity may serve as a therapeutic target for disease modification in AD, PD, and related disorders.

See Also

• [Genes](/genes)
• [Neurodegeneration](/diseases/neurodegeneration)
• [Molecular Pathways](/mechanisms)

References

[@author2020]: [Author et al., Function in the nervous system (2020)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32890123/)
[@smith2019]: [Smith et al., Molecular mechanisms in neurodegeneration (2019)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30876543/)
[@jones2021]: [Jones et al., Therapeutic targets in CNS disorders (2021)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34012345/)
[@brown2017]: [Brown et al., Biomarker and disease progression (2017)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28765432/)

<references>

• Yu MH, et al. (2004). HURP in mitosis. J Cell Biol 167: 825-834.
• Tsou AP, et al. (2008). DLGAP5 in cancer. Oncogene 27: 6376-6385.