Imagine your brain is a busy city, with different proteins and molecules acting as cargo-motor molecules, delivering important packages to their destinations. Huntingtin-associated protein 1 (HAP1) is like a traffic cop, directing and coordinating this intracellular trafficking. But sometimes, there are roadblocks, and these roadblocks can lead to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, SBMA, and SCA. Recent research has shown that HAP1 plays a crucial role in these diseases, by binding to various proteins and participating in intracellular transport. This review article dives deep into the fascinating world of HAP1 and its contribution to neurodegenerative diseases, providing a comprehensive overview of its functions in intracellular trafficking. By understanding how HAP1 operates and its connection to NDs, we can gain valuable insights into potential therapeutic strategies for these devastating conditions. If you’re curious about the inner workings of your brain’s transportation system and how it relates to neurodegenerative diseases, don’t miss out on this captivating read!
Huntingtin-associated protein 1 (HAP1), the first identified HTT-binding partner, is highly expressed in the central nervous system, and has been found to associated with neurological diseases. Mounting evidence suggests that HAP1 functions as a component of cargo-motor molecules to bind various proteins and participates in intracellular trafficking. It is known that the failure of intracellular transport is a key contributor to the progression of neurodegenerative disorders (NDs) including Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Huntington’s disease (HD), Parkinson’s disease (PD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy (SBMA) and spinocerebellar ataxia (SCA). The link between HAP1 and various NDs is supported by growing evidence. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the intracellular trafficking function of HAP1 and its involvement in NDs.
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