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Analysis of coding sequence evolution suggests that uncharacterized genes, which we will refer to as 'predicted' genes, tend to have a higher rate of protein evolution than 'known' genes - those genes that have been selected for experimental study and thus are more likely to have easily discerned functions.
Specific functions include modulation of electrical activity of cardiac and neuronal cells, insulin secretion, and epithelial K +transport [ 1 ] . The crystal structure of the transmembrane region of a K +channel, KcsA, from the bacteria Streptomyces lividans has been determined [ 2 ] . Like KcsA, Kir's are 2TM proteins that have two transmembrane segments, M1 and M2, that flank a P segment.
Therefore, the interactions of HB-EGF with LTBP-3 and fibulin-1C described in this study suggest novel functions for HB-EGF between cell-surfaces and tissue surfaces.
NFATc appears to be critical for proper cardiac muscle-cell differentiation [ 7], and NFAT3 functions in cardiac hypertrophy [ 8].
Apart from the majestic Himalayan scenery, the top attraction in Lhasa is the Potala — a fabulous 13-story building combining the functions of palace, fortress, monastery, and dungeon.