Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of BATF proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factor ATF-like (BATF or SFA2), BATF2 (or SARI) and BATF3 form heterodimers with Jun proteins. They function as inhibitors of AP-1-driven transcription. Unlike most bZIP transcription factors that contain additional domains, BATF and BATF3 contain only the the bZIP DNA-binding and dimerization domain. BATF2 contains an additional C-terminal domain of unknown function. BATF:Jun hetrodimers preferentially bind to TPA response elements (TREs) with the consensus sequence TGA(C/G)TCA, and can also bind to a TGACGTCA cyclic AMP response element (CRE). In addition to negative regulation, BATF proteins also show positive transcriptional activities in the development of classical dendritic cells and T helper cell subsets, and in antibody production. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  26 DVRKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELKYFT 83
Cdd:cd14701    1 DQKKVRRREKNRDAAQRSRQKQTEKADKLHEESESLERANAALRKEIKDLTEELKYLT 58

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of BATF proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factor ATF-like (BATF or SFA2), BATF2 (or SARI) and BATF3 form heterodimers with Jun proteins. They function as inhibitors of AP-1-driven transcription. Unlike most bZIP transcription factors that contain additional domains, BATF and BATF3 contain only the the bZIP DNA-binding and dimerization domain. BATF2 contains an additional C-terminal domain of unknown function. BATF:Jun hetrodimers preferentially bind to TPA response elements (TREs) with the consensus sequence TGA(C/G)TCA, and can also bind to a TGACGTCA cyclic AMP response element (CRE). In addition to negative regulation, BATF proteins also show positive transcriptional activities in the development of classical dendritic cells and T helper cell subsets, and in antibody production. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  26 DVRKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELKYFT 83
Cdd:cd14701    1 DQKKVRRREKNRDAAQRSRQKQTEKADKLHEESESLERANAALRKEIKDLTEELKYLT 58

Basic region leucine zipper;

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gi 157822617   31 QRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEE 78
Cdd:pfam07716   4 DRRRKNNEAAKRSREKKKQKEEELEERVKELERENAQLRQKVEQLEKE 51

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of BATF proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factor ATF-like (BATF or SFA2), BATF2 (or SARI) and BATF3 form heterodimers with Jun proteins. They function as inhibitors of AP-1-driven transcription. Unlike most bZIP transcription factors that contain additional domains, BATF and BATF3 contain only the the bZIP DNA-binding and dimerization domain. BATF2 contains an additional C-terminal domain of unknown function. BATF:Jun hetrodimers preferentially bind to TPA response elements (TREs) with the consensus sequence TGA(C/G)TCA, and can also bind to a TGACGTCA cyclic AMP response element (CRE). In addition to negative regulation, BATF proteins also show positive transcriptional activities in the development of classical dendritic cells and T helper cell subsets, and in antibody production. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  26 DVRKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELKYFT 83
Cdd:cd14701    1 DQKKVRRREKNRDAAQRSRQKQTEKADKLHEESESLERANAALRKEIKDLTEELKYLT 58

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of Activating Transcription Factor-3 (ATF-3) and similar proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; ATF-3 is a Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factor that is induced by various stress signals such as cytokines, genetoxic agents, or physiological stresses. It is implicated in cancer and host defense against pathogens. It negatively regulates the transcription of pro-inflammatory cytokines and is critical in preventing acute inflammatory syndromes. Mice deficient with ATF3 display increased susceptibility to endotoxic shock induced death. ATF3 dimerizes with Jun and other ATF proteins; the heterodimers function either as activators or repressors depending on the promoter context. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELKYFTSVLSSH 89
Cdd:cd14722    1 RRRRRRERNKVAAAKCRNKKKERTDCLQKESEKLETQNAELKRQIEELKNEKQHLIDMLNLH 62

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of the oncogene Fos (Fos)-like transcription factors: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; This subfamily is composed of Fos proteins (c-Fos, FosB, Fos-related antigen 1 (Fra-1), and Fra-2), Activating Transcription Factor-3 (ATF-3), and similar proteins. Fos proteins are members of the activator protein-1 (AP-1) complex, which is mainly composed of bZIP dimers of the Jun and Fos families, and to a lesser extent, ATF and musculoaponeurotic fibrosarcoma (Maf) families. The broad combinatorial possibilities for various dimers determine binding specificity, affinity, and the spectrum of regulated genes. The AP-1 complex is implicated in many cell functions including proliferation, apoptosis, survival, migration, tumorigenesis, and morphogenesis, among others. ATF3 is induced by various stress signals such as cytokines, genotoxic agents, or physiological stresses. It is implicated in cancer and host defense against pathogens. It negatively regulates the transcription of pro-inflammatory cytokines and is critical in preventing acute inflammatory syndromes. ATF3 dimerizes with Jun and other ATF proteins; the heterodimers function either as activators or repressors depending on the promoter context. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEE 78
Cdd:cd14699    1 RRRKRRERNKVAAAKCRQRRRELMEELQAEVEQLEDENEKLQSEIANLRSE 51

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of the oncogene Fos (Fos): a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; Fos proteins are members of the activator protein-1 (AP-1) complex, which is mainly composed of Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) dimers of the Jun and Fos families, and to a lesser extent, the activating transcription factor (ATF) and musculoaponeurotic fibrosarcoma (Maf) families. The broad combinatorial possibilities for various dimers determine binding specificity, affinity, and the spectrum of regulated genes. The AP-1 complex is implicated in many cell functions including proliferation, apoptosis, survival, migration, tumorigenesis, and morphogenesis, among others. There are four Fos proteins: c-Fos, FosB, Fos-related antigen 1 (Fra-1), and Fra-2. In addition, FosB also exists as smaller splice variants FosB2 and deltaFosB2. They all contain an N-terminal region and a bZIP domain. c-Fos and FosB also contain a C-terminal transactivation domain which is absent in Fra-1/2 and the smaller FosB variants. Fos proteins can only heterodimerize with Jun and other AP-1 proteins, but cannot homodimerize. Fos:Jun heterodimers are more stable and can bind DNA with more affinity that Jun:Jun homodimers. Fos proteins can enhance the trans-activating and transforming properties of Jun proteins. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELKYFTSVLSSH 89
Cdd:cd14721    1 KRRVRRERNKLAAAKCRQRRVDLTNTLQAETEQLEDEKSSLQNEIANLQKQKEQLEFLLAAH 62

Basic region leucine zipper;

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gi 157822617   31 QRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEE 78
Cdd:pfam07716   4 DRRRKNNEAAKRSREKKKQKEEELEERVKELERENAQLRQKVEQLEKE 51

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of Activating Transcription Factor-4 (ATF-4) and similar proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; ATF-4 was also isolated and characterized as the cAMP-response element binding protein 2 (CREB2). It is a Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factor that has been reported to act as both an activator or repressor. It is a critical component in both the unfolded protein response (UPR) and amino acid response (AAR) pathways. Under certain stress conditions, ATF-4 transcription is increased; accumulation of ATF-4 induces the expression of genes involved in amino acid metabolism and transport, mitochondrial function, redox chemistry, and others that ensure protein synthesis and recovery from stress. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELKY 81
Cdd:cd14692    2 KKERKREQNKNAATRYRQKKREEKEELLSEEEELEDRNRELKDEVEELQREINY 55

bZIP transcription factor; The Pfam entry includes the basic region and the leucine zipper region.

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gi 157822617   28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELKY 81
Cdd:pfam00170   1 KREKRKQSNREAARRSRQRKQAYIEELERRVKALEGENKTLRSELEELKKEVEK 54

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of bZIP transcription factors: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; uncharacterized subfamily; Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) factors comprise one of the most important classes of enhancer-type transcription factors. They act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes including cell survival, learning and memory, lipid metabolism, and cancer progression, among others. They also play important roles in responses to stimuli or stress signals such as cytokines, genotoxic agents, or physiological stresses. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  29 KVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQ 74
Cdd:cd14812    1 KEARLIRNRAAAQLSRQRKKEEVEELEARVKELEAENRRLRQLLAQ 46

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein gamma (CEBPG): a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; CEBPG is an important regulator of cellular senescence; mouse embryonic fibroblasts deficient of CEBPG proliferated poorly, entered senescence prematurely, and expressed elevated levels of proinflammatory genes. It is also the primary transcription factor that regulates antioxidant and DNA repair transcripts in normal bronchial epithelial cells. In a subset of AML patients with CEBPA hypermethylation, CEBPG is significantly overexpressed. CEBPG is the shortest CEBP protein and it lacks a transactivation domain. It acts as a regulator and buffering reservoir against the transcriptional activities of other CEBP proteins. CEBPs (or C/EBPs) are Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factors that regulate many cellular processes. There are six CEBP proteins in mammalian cells including CEBPA (alpha), CEBPB (beta), CEBPG (gamma), CEBPD (delta), and CEBPE (epsilon), which all contain highly conserved bZIP domains at their C-termini and variations at their N-terminal regions. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  22 DSSDDVRKvqRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELK 80
Cdd:cd14713    1 KDSDEYRK--RRERNNLAVKKSREKSKQKAQETLQRVNQLKEENERLEAKIKLLSKELS 57

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of General control protein GCN4: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; GCN4 was identified in Saccharomyces cerevisiae from mutations in a deficiency in activation with the general amino acid control pathway. GCN4 encodes a trans-activator of amino acid biosynthetic genes containing 2 acidic activation domains and a C-terminal bZIP domain. In amino acid-deprived cells, GCN4 is up-regulated leading to transcriptional activation of genes encoding amino acid biosynthetic enzymes. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  30 VQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELK 80
Cdd:cd12193    4 AAKRARNTLAARRSRARKLEEMEELEKRVEELEAENEELKTRAEVLEAEAR 54

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of Cyclic AMP-responsive element-binding protein 1 (CREB1) and similar proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; CREB1 is a Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factor that plays a role in propagating signals initiated by receptor activation through the induction of cAMP-responsive genes. Because it responds to many signal transduction pathways, CREB1 is implicated to function in many processes including learning, memory, circadian rhythm, immune response, and reproduction, among others. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTE 77
Cdd:cd14690    1 KRQLRLEKNREAARECRRKKKEYVKCLENRVAVLENENKELREELKILKE 50

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of Cyclic AMP-responsive element-binding protein-like 2 (CREBL2): a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; CREBL2 is a bZIP transcription factor that interacts with CREB and plays a critical role in adipogenesis and lipogenesis. Its overexpression upregulates the expression of PPARgamma and CEBPalpha to promote adipogenesis as well as accelerate lipogenesis by increasing GLUT1 and GLUT4. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELK 80
Cdd:cd14709    1 KKKAKLERNRQSARESRDRKKLRYQYLEQLVADREREILLLREELEMYKQWCE 53

bZIP Maf transcription factor; Maf transcription factors contain a conserved basic region leucine zipper (bZIP) domain, which mediates their dimerization and DNA binding property. Thus, this family is probably related to pfam00170. This family also includes the DNA_binding domain of Skn-1, this domain lacks the leucine zipper found in other bZip domains, and binds DNA is a monomer.

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gi 157822617   26 DVRKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEEL 79
Cdd:pfam03131  28 RLKQRRRRLKNRGYAQSCRKRRLQQKESLEKERSELREQLERLVQELSRLRQEL 81

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of Plant G-box binding factor 1 (GBF1)-like transcription factors: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; This subfamily is composed of plant bZIP transciption factors including Arabidopsis thaliana G-box binding factor 1 (GBF1), Zea mays Opaque-2 and Ocs element-binding factor 1 (OCSBF-1), Triticum aestivum Histone-specific transcription factor HBP1 (or HBP-1a), Petroselinum crispum Light-inducible protein CPRF3 and CPRF6, and Nicotiana tabacum BZI-3, among many others. bZIP G-box binding factors (GBFs) contain an N-terminal proline-rich domain in addition to the bZIP domain. GBFs are involved in developmental and physiological processes in response to stimuli such as light or hormones. Opaque-2 plays a role in affecting lysine content and carbohydrate metabolism, acting indirectly on starch/amino acid ratio. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  32 RREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEEL 79
Cdd:cd14702    4 RKQSNRESARRSRMRKQAHLEELEAQVEQLRAENSTLRAELNALSQEY 51

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of Cyclic AMP-responsive element-binding protein 3 (CREB3) and similar proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; This subfamily is composed of CREB3 (also called LZIP or Luman), and the CREB3-like proteins CREB3L1 (or OASIS), CREB3L2, CREB3L3 (or CREBH), and CREB3L4 (or AIbZIP). They are type II membrane-associated members of the Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) family of transcription factors, with their N-termini facing the cytoplasm and their C-termini penetrating through the ER membrane. They contain an N-terminal transcriptional activation domain followed bZIP and transmembrane domains, and a C-terminal tail. They play important roles in ER stress and the unfolded protein response (UPR), as well as in many other biological processes such as cell secretion, bone and cartilage formation, and carcinogenesis. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  28 RKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEE 78
Cdd:cd14689    2 KKVRRKIRNKISAQESRRRKKEYIDGLESRVAACTAENQELKKKVEELEKQ 52

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of Nuclear Factor, Erythroid-derived 2 (NFE2) and similar proteins: a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; This subfamily is composed of NFE2 and NFE2-like proteins including NFE2-like 1 or NFE2-related factor 1 (NFE2L1 or Nrf1), NFE2L2 (or Nrf2), and NFE2L3 (or Nrf3). These are Cap'n'Collar (CNC) Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factors that are defined by a conserved 43-amino acid region (called the CNC domain) located N-terminal to the bZIP DNA-binding domain. NFE2 functions in development; it is required for the proper development of platelets. The three Nrfs function in stress responses. Nrf2, the most extensively studied member of this subfamily, acts as a xenobiotic-activated receptor that regulates the adaptive response to oxidants and electrophiles. As the master regulator of the antioxidant defense pathway, it plays roles in the biology of inflammation, obesity, and cancer. Nrf1 is an essential protein that binds to the antioxidant response element (ARE) and is also involved in regulating oxidative stress. In addition, it also regulates genes involved in cell and tissue differentiation, inflammation, and hepatocyte homeostasis. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  27 VRKVQRREKNRIAAQKSRQRqtqKADT-LHLESE--DLEKQNAALRKE 71
Cdd:cd14720    5 IRDIRRRGKNKVAAQNCRKR---KLDNiVGLEDEveQLQRQREKLLRE 49

Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) domain of CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein alpha (CEBPA): a DNA-binding and dimerization domain; CEPBA is a critical regulator of myeloid development; it directs granulocyte and monocyte differentiation. It is highly expressed in early myeloid progenitors and is found mutated in over half of patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). It is also a key regulator in energy homeostasis; mice deficient of CEBPA show abnormalities in glycogen/lipid synthesis and storage. CEPBA is the longest CEBP protein containing two transactivation domains at the N-terminus followed by a regulatory domain, a bZIP domain, and C-terminal tail. CEBPs (or C/EBPs) are Basic leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factors that regulate many cellular processes. There are six CEBP proteins in mammalian cells including CEBPA (alpha), CEBPB (beta), CEBPG (gamma), CEBPD (delta), and CEBPE (epsilon), which all contain highly conserved bZIP domains at their C-termini and variations at their N-terminal regions. bZIP factors act in networks of homo and heterodimers in the regulation of a diverse set of cellular processes. The bZIP structural motif contains a basic region and a leucine zipper, composed of alpha helices with leucine residues 7 amino acids apart, which stabilize dimerization with a parallel leucine zipper domain. Dimerization of leucine zippers creates a pair of the adjacent basic regions that bind DNA and undergo conformational change. Dimerization occurs in a specific and predictable manner resulting in hundreds of dimers having unique effects on transcription.

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gi 157822617  32 RREKNRIAAQKSRQRQTQKADTLHLESEDLEKQNAALRKEIKQLTEELK 80
Cdd:cd14711    9 RRERNNIAVRKSRDKAKQRNVETQQKVLELTSDNDRLRKRVEQLSRELE 57