Function
TNF receptor-associated factor (TRAF) are signal transducers and are involved in regulation of apoptosis, inflammation and antiviral response. There are 7 known TRAF proteins. All TRAF proteins share a C-terminal homology region named TRAF domain which can bind the cytoplasmic domain of receptors and other TRAF proteins[1].
- TRAF1 is the only TRAF which does not have N-terminal RING and zinc finger motifs.
- TRAF2, TRAF5 and TRAF6 mediate activation of NF-κB and JNK.
- TRAF3 mediates some innate immune receptor signals and regulates some post-translational modifications[2].
- TRAF4 is a binding partner of glycoproteins in platelets[3].
Structural highlights
The interaction of TRAF2 with the adaptor protein TRADD is [4]. Hydrophobic, Polar
3D Structures of TNF receptor-associated factor
TNF receptor-associated factor 3D structures