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'''FOXO4''' is a member of the [[FOXO]] family of transcription factors, which play a crucial role in the regulation of [[gene expression]]. This protein is encoded by the FOXO4 gene in humans.  
 
{{Infobox protein
| name = Forkhead box protein O4
| symbol = FOXO4
| image = <!-- Image removed -->
| width =
| caption =
| HGNCid = 13875
| EntrezGene = 4303
| OMIM = 602342
| RefSeq = NM_005938
| UniProt = P98177
| PDB =
| ECnumber =
| Chromosome = X
| Arm = q
| Band = 13.1
| LocusSupplementaryData =
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'''Forkhead box protein O4''' ('''FOXO4''') is a [[protein]] that in humans is encoded by the '''FOXO4''' [[gene]]. This protein is part of the [[forkhead box]] (FOX) family of [[transcription factors]], which are involved in the regulation of [[gene expression]] related to [[cellular processes]] such as [[cell cycle]] control, [[apoptosis]], and [[metabolism]].


== Function ==
== Function ==
FOXO4 is involved in a variety of biological processes, including [[cell cycle]] regulation, [[apoptosis]], [[DNA damage repair]], and [[oxidative stress]] response. It acts as a tumor suppressor by inhibiting cell proliferation and promoting cell death.  
FOXO4 is a member of the O subclass of forkhead transcription factors, which play a critical role in the regulation of [[oxidative stress]] responses, [[longevity]], and [[tumor suppression]]. FOXO4 is known to be involved in the [[insulin signaling pathway]], where it acts as a downstream effector that can influence [[glucose metabolism]] and [[insulin sensitivity]].


== Structure ==
== Clinical significance ==
The FOXO4 protein consists of a highly conserved [[forkhead box]] domain, which is responsible for binding to specific DNA sequences in the [[genome]]. This domain is flanked by two transactivation domains, which are involved in the regulation of gene expression.
Alterations in FOXO4 activity have been associated with various [[diseases]], including [[cancer]] and [[diabetes mellitus]]. In [[cancer]], FOXO4 can function as a [[tumor suppressor]] by inducing [[cell cycle arrest]] and [[apoptosis]] in response to [[DNA damage]]. However, its activity can be inhibited by [[oncogenic]] signaling pathways, such as the [[PI3K/AKT pathway]], which leads to its [[phosphorylation]] and subsequent [[nuclear exclusion]].


== Role in Disease ==
In the context of [[aging]], FOXO4 has been implicated in the regulation of [[cellular senescence]], a process that contributes to [[age-related diseases]]. Recent studies have explored the potential of targeting FOXO4 to selectively eliminate [[senescent cells]], thereby improving [[healthspan]] and [[lifespan]].
Alterations in the function or expression of FOXO4 have been implicated in several diseases, including [[cancer]], [[diabetes]], and [[cardiovascular disease]]. In cancer, FOXO4 can act as a tumor suppressor, but its function can be inhibited by [[oncogenic]] signaling pathways. In diabetes, FOXO4 can regulate [[glucose metabolism]] and [[insulin sensitivity]]. In cardiovascular disease, FOXO4 can regulate the expression of genes involved in [[cardiac hypertrophy]] and [[heart failure]].


== Research ==
== Interactions ==
Recent research has focused on the potential use of FOXO4 as a therapeutic target in various diseases. For example, a peptide targeting FOXO4 has been shown to selectively kill senescent cells, which could have implications for the treatment of [[aging]] and age-related diseases.
FOXO4 interacts with several other proteins to exert its functions. It can form complexes with [[14-3-3 proteins]], which regulate its subcellular localization and activity. Additionally, FOXO4 can interact with [[SMAD proteins]] to modulate [[transforming growth factor-beta]] (TGF-β) signaling.


[[File:FOXO4 protein structure.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Structure of the FOXO4 protein. Image from Wikimedia Commons.]]
== See also ==
* [[Forkhead box]]
* [[Transcription factor]]
* [[Insulin signaling pathway]]
* [[Cellular senescence]]


== See Also ==
== References ==
* [[FOXO1]]
{{Reflist}}
* [[FOXO3]]
* [[FOXO6]]
* [[Forkhead box proteins]]


== References ==
== External links ==
<references />
* {{GeneReviews|FOXO4}}
* {{OMIM|602342}}


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[[Category:Transcription factors]]
[[Category:Forkhead proteins]]
[[Category:Human proteins]]
[[Category:Human proteins]]
[[Category:Genes]]
[[Category:Genes on human chromosome X]]
[[Category:FOXO]]
 
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Latest revision as of 17:35, 30 December 2024


Forkhead box protein O4 (FOXO4) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the FOXO4 gene. This protein is part of the forkhead box (FOX) family of transcription factors, which are involved in the regulation of gene expression related to cellular processes such as cell cycle control, apoptosis, and metabolism.

Function[edit]

FOXO4 is a member of the O subclass of forkhead transcription factors, which play a critical role in the regulation of oxidative stress responses, longevity, and tumor suppression. FOXO4 is known to be involved in the insulin signaling pathway, where it acts as a downstream effector that can influence glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.

Clinical significance[edit]

Alterations in FOXO4 activity have been associated with various diseases, including cancer and diabetes mellitus. In cancer, FOXO4 can function as a tumor suppressor by inducing cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in response to DNA damage. However, its activity can be inhibited by oncogenic signaling pathways, such as the PI3K/AKT pathway, which leads to its phosphorylation and subsequent nuclear exclusion.

In the context of aging, FOXO4 has been implicated in the regulation of cellular senescence, a process that contributes to age-related diseases. Recent studies have explored the potential of targeting FOXO4 to selectively eliminate senescent cells, thereby improving healthspan and lifespan.

Interactions[edit]

FOXO4 interacts with several other proteins to exert its functions. It can form complexes with 14-3-3 proteins, which regulate its subcellular localization and activity. Additionally, FOXO4 can interact with SMAD proteins to modulate transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) signaling.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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External links[edit]