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rasInosine-5'-monophosphate dehydrogenase; Catalyzes the conversion of inosine 5'-phosphate (IMP) to xanthosine 5'-phosphate (XMP), the first committed and rate-limiting step in the de novo synthesis of guanine nucleotides, and therefore plays an important role in the regulation of cell growth. (590 aa)
eIF4E7Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E7 (eIF4E7) encodes a protein involved in translational initiation. (429 aa)
Atg5Autophagy protein 5; Involved in autophagic vesicle formation. Conjugation with Atg12, through a ubiquitin-like conjugating system involving Atg7 as an E1-like activating enzyme and Atg10 as an E2-like conjugating enzyme, is essential for its function. The Atg12-Atg5 conjugate acts as an E3- like enzyme which is required for lipidation of Atg8 and its association to the vesicle membranes (By similarity). (269 aa)
RpS640S ribosomal protein S6; May play an important role in controlling cell growth and proliferation through the selective translation of particular classes of mRNA. (248 aa)
Atg8aAutophagy-related 8a (Atg8a) encodes a ubiquitin-like protein that is conjugated to phosphatidylethanolamine, and this lipid modification anchors it into the membrane of forming and completed autophagosomes. Atg8a product has roles in autophagosome formation, maintaining neuromuscular function and normal lifespan. (121 aa)
Ptp61FTyrosine-protein phosphatase non-receptor type 61F; Non-receptor protein tyrosine phosphatase required for maintaining Dock in its non-phosphorylated state. (548 aa)
licLicorne (lic) encodes a serine/threonine kinase that phosphorylates p38 MAP kinases. (334 aa)
CG5800ATP binding; RNA helicase activity; RNA binding. It is involved in the biological process described with: rRNA processing; larval somatic muscle development. (826 aa)
gigGigas, isoform A; Gigas (gig) encodes a tumour suppressor protein that, together with with the product of Tsc1, controls cellular growth via antagonizing insulin and TOR signalling pathways. (1847 aa)
SREBPSterol regulatory element binding protein (SREBP) encodes a membrane protein that functions as a master-regulator of lipogenesis. It activates transcription of lipogenic genes upon reduction of lipid or cholesterol levels. (1113 aa)
Ilp2Probable insulin-like peptide 2 A chain; Plays a role in regulating body size by increasing cell size and cell number of individual organs. Probably mediates its growth effects by acting as a ligand for the insulin receptor and transducing a signal via the Chico/PI3K/Akt(PKB) pathway. (137 aa)
eIF4E3Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E3 (eIF4E3) encodes a protein that binds the 7-methyl-guanosine cap structure of mRNA. It is a component of the eIF4F cap-binding complex that is essential for cap-dependent translation of mRNA. eIF4E3 is primarily expressed in testes and is required for male fertility, but not for viability. (244 aa)
eIF4E5Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E5 (eIF4E5) encodes a protein in translational initiation. (232 aa)
eIF4E4Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E4 (eIF4E4) encodes a protein involved in translational initiation. (229 aa)
Thor4E-binding protein THOR; Thor (Thor) encodes a eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E binding protein that is controlled by the product of tor. It contributes to translation regulation, response to environmental stress and cell growth regulation. (117 aa)
Arf79FADP-ribosylation factor 1; GTP-binding protein involved in protein trafficking; has a role in Golgi organization and may modulate vesicle budding and uncoating within the Golgi apparatus (Probable). Has a role in eye development. Required for cleavage furrow ingression in embryonic cells. (182 aa)
RhebGTP-binding protein Rheb homolog; Binds GTP and exhibits intrinsic GTPase activity (By similarity). Activates the protein kinase activity of TORC1, and thereby plays a role in the regulation of apoptosis. Stimulates the phosphorylation of S6K through activation of TORC1 signaling. May also have a role in activating TORC2 signaling. (182 aa)
Eaat1Excitatory amino acid transporter 1 (Eaat1) encodes a transmembrane protein with a glutamate:sodium symporter activity. It is regulated by Notch signalling and contributes to larval locomotion and lifespan. (479 aa)
Atg13Autophagy-related protein 13 homolog; Autophagy factor required for autophagosome formation. Target of the TOR kinase signaling pathway that regulates autophagy through the control of the phosphorylation status of Atg13 and Atg1. The Atg1- Atg13 complex functions at multiple levels to mediate and adjust nutrient-dependent autophagic signaling. Involved in the autophagic degradation of dBruce which controls DNA fragmentation in nurse cells. (523 aa)
RagA-BRas-related GTP binding A/B (RagA-B) encodes a Ras family GTPase that forms a heterodimer with the product of RagC-D. The heterodimer localizes on the lysosome surface and functions to relay amino acid signals to activate the product of Tor by recruiting it to the lysosome. (311 aa)
Hsc70-4Heat shock protein cognate 4 (Hsc70-4) encodes a protein involved in protein folding. It contributes to clathrin-mediated endocytosis, neurotransmitter exocytosis and RNAi response. (651 aa)
Akt1RAC serine/threonine-protein kinase; Serine/threonine kinase involved in various developmental processes. During early embryogenesis, acts as a survival protein. During mid-embryogenesis, phosphorylates and activates trh, a transcription factor required for tracheal cell fate determination. Also regulates tracheal cell migration. Later in development, acts downstream of PI3K and Pk61C/PDK1 in the insulin receptor transduction pathway which regulates cell growth and organ size, by phosphorylating and antagonizing FOXO transcription factor. Controls follicle cell size during oogenesis. M [...] (611 aa)
wrdWell-rounded, isoform B; Well-rounded (wrd) encodes one of the two regulatory B' subunits of the protein phosphatase PP2A. It influences metabolism and growth via negative regulation of the InR/TOR signalling network. (984 aa)
Rab1FI01544p; Rab1 (Rab1) encodes a small GTPase which regulates endoplasmic reticulum to Golgi and intra Golgi trafficking through different effectors. It has been involved in Notch signaling, cell migration, autophagy and cytokinesis. (205 aa)
InRInsulin-like receptor subunit beta 1; Has a ligand-stimulated tyrosine-protein kinase activity. Required for cell survival. Regulates body size and organ size by altering cell number and cell size in a cell-autonomous manner. Involved in the development of the embryonic nervous system, and is necessary for axon guidance and targeting in the visual system. Also plays a role in life-span determination. (2144 aa)
p53P53 protein long form variant 1; P53 (p53) encodes a transcriptional factor required for adaptive responses to genotoxic stress, including cell death, compensatory proliferation and DNA repair. (495 aa)
Rpt5Regulatory particle triple-A ATPase 5 (Rpt5) encodes a component of the 26S proteasome, which degrades polyubiquitinated proteins in the cytoplasm and nucleus. (428 aa)
Tsc1LD23779p; Tsc1 (Tsc1) encodes a tumour suppressor protein that forms a complex with the product of gig. They control cellular growth via antagonizing insulin and TOR signalling pathways. (1100 aa)
wdbWiderborst (wdb) encodes a B' regulatory subunit of the serine/threonine phosphatase complex PP2A. It regulates Hedgehog, protein kinase B and insulin receptor signaling pathways. (524 aa)
RagC-DProtein heterodimerization activity; GTP binding; GTPase activity. It is involved in the biological process described with: regulation of autophagy; positive regulation of TOR signaling; cellular response to starvation; positive regulation of TORC1 signaling; cellular response to amino acid stimulus. (385 aa)
Pink1PTEN-induced putative kinase 1 (Pink1) is the ortholog of human PINK1, a gene mutated in autosomal recessive Parkinson's disease. Pink1 encodes a mitochondrially targeted Ser-Thr kinase. It has been linked to a number of cellular functions including altering mitochondrial dynamics, the autophagic degradation of dysfunctional mitochondria, and the proper function of Complex I of the electron transport chain. (721 aa)
eIF4G1Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4G1 (eIF4G1) encodes a protein that contributes to translation and spermatogenesis. (1919 aa)
Cdk2Cyclin-dependent kinase 2 (Cdk2) encodes a catalytic protein kinase subunit that can only become active after association with the product of CycE. The protein kinase activity of the CycE-Cdk2 complex controls important aspects of progression through the G1 and S phases of the cell cycle. In addition, periodic CycE-Cdk2 activity regulates progression through endoreduplication cycles; Belongs to the protein kinase superfamily. CMGC Ser/Thr protein kinase family. CDC2/CDKX subfamily. (314 aa)
Atg1Autophagy-related 1, isoform B; Autophagy-related 1 (Atg1) encodes a protein kinase that functions downstream of the product of Tor in the regulation of autophagy. (855 aa)
PtenPhosphatase and tensin homolog (Pten) encodes a dual lipid and protein phosphatase that primarily counters the effects of the insulin-regulated lipid kinase, encoded by Pi3K92E. It inhibits cell growth, cell proliferation and cellular events controlling cytoskeletal and junctional rearrangements. (514 aa)
Eaat2Excitatory amino acid transporter 2 (Eaat2) encodes a transmembrane protein involved in aspartate and taurine transport. (579 aa)
Rpt3RRegulatory particle triple-A ATPase 3-related, isoform C; ATPase activity; ATP binding; proteasome-activating ATPase activity. It is involved in the biological process described with: positive regulation of RNA polymerase II transcription preinitiation complex assembly; proteasome-mediated ubiquitin-dependent protein catabolic process; Belongs to the AAA ATPase family. (405 aa)
eIF4E6Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E6 (eIF4E6) encodes a RNA 7-methylguanosine cap binding protein. (173 aa)
foxoForkhead box protein O; Transcription factor involved in the regulation of the insulin signaling pathway. Consistently activates both the downstream target Thord4EBP and the feedback control target InR. Involved in negative regulation of the cell cycle, modulating cell growth and proliferation. In response to cellular stresses, such as nutrient deprivation or increased levels of reactive oxygen species, foxo is activated and inhibits growth through the action of target genes such as Thor. Foxo activated in the adult fat body can regulate lifespan in adults; an insulin peptide itself m [...] (622 aa)
eIF4AEukaryotic initiation factor 4A; ATP-dependent RNA helicase which is a subunit of the eIF4F complex involved in cap recognition and is required for mRNA binding to ribosome. In the current model of translation initiation, eIF4A unwinds RNA secondary structures in the 5'-UTR of mRNAs which is necessary to allow efficient binding of the small ribosomal subunit, and subsequent scanning for the initiator codon. Involved in germ cell formation. (403 aa)
MtorNucleoprotein TPR; Component of the nuclear pore complex (NPC), a complex required for the trafficking across the nuclear envelope. Functions as a scaffolding element in the nuclear phase of the NPC. Plays a role in chromosomal organization and gene expression regulation; stimulates transcription by promoting the formation of an open chromatin environment. Binds chromatin to nucleoporin-associated regions (NARs) that define transcriptionally active regions of the genome. Associates with extended chromosomal regions that alternate between domains of high density binding with those of lo [...] (2346 aa)
S6kRibosomal protein S6 kinase (S6k) encodes an important component of the target of rapamycin pathway. It is involved in the control of synapse development, autophagy and cell size. (490 aa)
chicoInsulin receptor substrate 1; Activates phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase when bound to the regulatory p85 subunit (By similarity). May mediate the control of various cellular processes by insulin-like peptides. When phosphorylated by the insulin receptor binds specifically to various cellular proteins containing SH2 domains. Involved in control of cell proliferation, cell size, and body and organ growth throughout development. Also has a role in a signaling pathway controlling the physiological response required to endure periods of low nutrient conditions. Insulin/insulin-like growth fac [...] (968 aa)
eIF4E1Eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E1; Recognizes and binds the 7-methylguanosine-containing mRNA cap during an early step in the initiation of protein synthesis and facilitates ribosome binding by inducing the unwinding of the mRNAs secondary structures. In 0-1 hour embryos, forms a complex with me31B, cup, tral and pAbp which binds to various mRNAs including maternal mRNAs, and downregulates their expression during the maternal-to-zygotic transition. Belongs to the eukaryotic initiation factor 4E family. (259 aa)
TorSerine/threonine-protein kinase Tor; Promotes cell and tissue growth, maintains tissue homeostatis and controls responses to environmental stress and aging. Regulates growth during animal development by coupling growth factor signaling to nutrient availability. Central regulators of autophagy. May be involved in atg1 phosphorylation. May also be involved, directly or indirectly, in the control of neuronal function. Phosphorylates S6K/p70S6K, in vitro. May regulate the activity of S6K. Overexpression inhibits growth and reduces cell size. Affects the timing of neuronal cell differentiat [...] (2471 aa)
httHuntington disease protein homolog; Huntingtin (htt) encodes a scaffold protein involved in mitotic spindle orientation, chromatin regulation and axonal transport. It is the ortholog of human HTT and has been manipulated to study Huntington's disease in flies. (3583 aa)
raptorRaptor, isoform B; Raptor (raptor) encodes a crucial component of target of rapamycin (TOR) complex 1, which is a conserved regulator of cell growth and metabolism. (1621 aa)
Rpt3Regulatory particle triple-A ATPase 3, isoform A; Proteasome-activating ATPase activity; ATPase activity; ATP binding. It is involved in the biological process described with: positive regulation of RNA polymerase II transcription preinitiation complex assembly; proteasome-mediated ubiquitin-dependent protein catabolic process; protein catabolic process; Belongs to the AAA ATPase family. (413 aa)
Atg8bAutophagy-related 8b, isoform A; Microtubule binding; protein tag; ubiquitin protein ligase binding; GABA receptor binding. It is involved in the biological process described with: macroautophagy; autophagosome maturation; cellular response to nitrogen starvation; autophagy of mitochondrion; autophagosome assembly. (120 aa)
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Drosophila melanogaster
NCBI taxonomy Id: 7227
Other names: D. melanogaster, Diptera sp. DNAS-2A9-224646, Sophophora melanogaster, fruit fly
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