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Death-associated kinase (DAPK) family

Unless otherwise stated all data on this page refer to the human proteins. Gene information is provided for human (Hs), mouse (Mm) and rat (Rn).

Overview

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Death-associated kinases (DAPKs) are tumour suppressor genes [1]. Family members share homologous catalytic domains and cell death-associated functions. DAPK activity is required for cell death induced by death receptor signalling, cytokines, matrix detachment, and oncogene-induced hyperproliferation. Loss of DAPK function is identified in many cancers.

Enzymes

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Targets of relevance to immunopharmacology are highlighted in blue

DAPK1 (death associated protein kinase 1) Show summary » More detailed page go icon to follow link

DAPK2 (death associated protein kinase 2) Show summary » More detailed page go icon to follow link

DAPK3 (death associated protein kinase 3) Show summary » More detailed page go icon to follow link

DRAK1 (serine/threonine kinase 17a) Show summary » More detailed page go icon to follow link

DRAK2 (serine/threonine kinase 17b) Show summary » More detailed page go icon to follow link

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How to cite this family page

Database page citation:

Death-associated kinase (DAPK) family. Accessed on 20/04/2024. IUPHAR/BPS Guide to PHARMACOLOGY, http://www.guidetopharmacology.org/GRAC/FamilyDisplayForward?familyId=572.

Concise Guide to PHARMACOLOGY citation:

Alexander SPH, Fabbro D, Kelly E, Mathie AA, Peters JA, Veale EL, Armstrong JF, Faccenda E, Harding SD, Davies JA et al. (2023) The Concise Guide to PHARMACOLOGY 2023/24: Enzymes. Br J Pharmacol. 180 Suppl 2:S289-373.