Anti-phospho-4E Binding Protein 1 (EIF4EBP1, Eukaryotic Translation Initiation Factor 4E-binding Pro

4E-BP1 (eIF4E-binding protein) also known as PHAS, is a 10-12kD acidic protein that compete with eIF4G for binding of eiF4E to the mRNA 5 cap structure (1). Binding of the 4E-BPs to eIF4E is reversible and is dependent on the phosphorylation status of 4E-BP. Non-phosphorylated 4E- BP1 will bind strongly to eiF4E while, the phosphorylated form will no (2)t. Akt, TOR, MAP kinase, S6 kinase, and Cdc2 are known kinases capable of inactivating 4E-BP1 binding to eIF4E by phosphorylating either threonines 35, 45, 69 or serine 65. Although, not all phosphorylation events equally block the 4EBP1-eIF4E interaction. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot:1:500-1:1,000 , Immunohistochemistry:1:50-1:100 , Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.