Protein Kinases, catalytic domain; The protein kinase superfamily is mainly composed of the catalytic domains of serine/threonine-specific and tyrosine-specific protein kinases. It also includes RIO kinases, which are atypical serine protein kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferases, and choline kinases. These proteins catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to hydroxyl groups in specific substrates such as serine, threonine, or tyrosine residues of proteins.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWICQRS 80
Cdd:cd14086   186 IWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYAQIKAGAYDYPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINQMLTVNPAKRITAAEALKHPWICQRD 265

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gi 1010228656  81 TVASMMHRQETVDCLKKFNARRKLKGA 107
Cdd:cd14086   266 RVASMVHRQETVDCLKKFNARRKLKGA 292

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase Type II; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. CaMKs are multifunctional calcium and calmodulin (CaM) stimulated STKs involved in cell cycle regulation. There are several types of CaMKs including CaMKI, CaMKII, and CaMKIV. CaMKs contain an N-terminal catalytic domain followed by a regulatory domain that harbors a CaM binding site. In addition, CaMKII contains a C-terminal association domain that facilitates oligomerization. There are four CaMKII proteins (alpha, beta, gamma, delta) encoded by different genes; each gene undergoes alternative splicing to produce more than 30 isoforms. CaMKII-alpha and -beta are enriched in neurons while CaMKII-gamma and -delta are predominant in myocardium. CaMKII is a signaling molecule that translates upstream calcium and reactive oxygen species (ROS) signals into downstream responses that play important roles in synaptic function and cardiovascular physiology. It is a major component of the postsynaptic density and is critical in regulating synaptic plasticity including long-term potentiation. It is critical in regulating ion channels and proteins involved in myocardial excitation-contraction and excitation-transcription coupling. Excessive CaMKII activity promotes processes that contribute to heart failure and arrhythmias. The CaMKII subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWICQRS 80
Cdd:cd14086   186 IWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYAQIKAGAYDYPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINQMLTVNPAKRITAAEALKHPWICQRD 265

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gi 1010228656  81 TVASMMHRQETVDCLKKFNARRKLKGA 107
Cdd:cd14086   266 RVASMVHRQETVDCLKKFNARRKLKGA 292

Serine/Threonine protein kinases, catalytic domain; Phosphotransferases. Serine or threonine-specific kinase subfamily.

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gi 1010228656    1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQH-RLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDtVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:smart00220 179 IWSLGVILYELLTGKPPFPGDDQLlELFKKIGKPKPPFPPPEWD-ISPEAKDLIRKLLVKDPEKRLTAEEALQHPFF 254

protein kinase A catalytic subunit; Provisional

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSpeWdtVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRI 65
Cdd:PTZ00263  199 WTMGVLLYEFIAGYPPFFDDTPFRIYEKILAGRLKFPN--W--FDGRARDLVKGLLQTDHTKRL 258

Serine/threonine protein kinase [Signal transduction mechanisms];

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKH 73
Cdd:COG0515   192 YSLGVTLYELLTGRPPFDGDSPAELLRAHLREPPPPPSELRPDLPPALDAIVLRALAKDPEERYQSAAELAA 263

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase Type II; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. CaMKs are multifunctional calcium and calmodulin (CaM) stimulated STKs involved in cell cycle regulation. There are several types of CaMKs including CaMKI, CaMKII, and CaMKIV. CaMKs contain an N-terminal catalytic domain followed by a regulatory domain that harbors a CaM binding site. In addition, CaMKII contains a C-terminal association domain that facilitates oligomerization. There are four CaMKII proteins (alpha, beta, gamma, delta) encoded by different genes; each gene undergoes alternative splicing to produce more than 30 isoforms. CaMKII-alpha and -beta are enriched in neurons while CaMKII-gamma and -delta are predominant in myocardium. CaMKII is a signaling molecule that translates upstream calcium and reactive oxygen species (ROS) signals into downstream responses that play important roles in synaptic function and cardiovascular physiology. It is a major component of the postsynaptic density and is critical in regulating synaptic plasticity including long-term potentiation. It is critical in regulating ion channels and proteins involved in myocardial excitation-contraction and excitation-transcription coupling. Excessive CaMKII activity promotes processes that contribute to heart failure and arrhythmias. The CaMKII subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWICQRS 80
Cdd:cd14086   186 IWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYAQIKAGAYDYPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINQMLTVNPAKRITAAEALKHPWICQRD 265

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gi 1010228656  81 TVASMMHRQETVDCLKKFNARRKLKGA 107
Cdd:cd14086   266 RVASMVHRQETVDCLKKFNARRKLKGA 292

The catalytic domain of CAMK family Serine/Threonine Kinases; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. CaMKs are multifunctional calcium and calmodulin (CaM) stimulated STKs involved in cell cycle regulation. There are several types of CaMKs including CaMKI, CaMKII, and CaMKIV. CaMKI proteins are monomeric and they play pivotal roles in the nervous system, including long-term potentiation, dendritic arborization, neurite outgrowth, and the formation of spines, synapses, and axons. CaMKII is a signaling molecule that translates upstream calcium and reactive oxygen species (ROS) signals into downstream responses that play important roles in synaptic function and cardiovascular physiology. CAMKIV is implicated in regulating several transcription factors like CREB, MEF2, and retinoid orphan receptors, as well as in T-cell development and signaling. The CAMK family also consists of other related kinases including the Phosphorylase kinase Gamma subunit (PhKG), the C-terminal kinase domains of Ribosomal S6 kinase (RSK) and Mitogen and stress-activated kinase (MSK), Doublecortin-like kinase (DCKL), and the MAPK-activated protein kinases MK2, MK3, and MK5, among others. The CAMK family is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd05117   184 IWSLGVILYILLCGYPPFYGETEQELFEKILKGKYSFDSPEWKNVSEEAKDLIKRLLVVDPKKRLTAAEALNHPW 258

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Doublecortin-like kinase (also called Doublecortin-like and CAM kinase-like); STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. DCKL (or DCAMKL) proteins belong to the doublecortin (DCX) family of proteins which are involved in neuronal migration, neurogenesis, and eye receptor development, among others. Family members typically contain tandem doublecortin (DCX) domains at the N-terminus; DCX domains can bind microtubules and serve as protein-interaction platforms. In addition, DCKL proteins contain a C-terminal kinase domain with similarity to CAMKs. They are involved in the regulation of cAMP signaling. Vertebrates contain three DCKL proteins (DCKL1-3); DCKL1 and 2 also contain a serine, threonine, and proline rich domain (SP), while DCKL3 contains only a single DCX domain instead of tandem domains. The DCKL subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFW--DEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd14095   182 IWAAGVITYILLCGFPPFRspDRDQEELFDLILAGEFEFLSPYWDNISDSAKDLISRMLVVDPEKRYSAGQVLDHPW 258

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase Type IV; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. CaMKs are multifunctional calcium and calmodulin (CaM) stimulated STKs involved in cell cycle regulation. There are several types of CaMKs including CaMKI, CaMKII, and CaMKIV. CaMKs contain an N-terminal catalytic domain and a C-terminal regulatory domain that harbors a CaM binding site. CaMKIV is found predominantly in neurons and immune cells. It is activated by the binding of calcium/CaM and phosphorylation by CaMKK (alpha or beta). The CaMKK-CaMKIV cascade participates in regulating several transcription factors like CREB, MEF2, and retinoid orphan receptors. It also is implicated in T-cell development and signaling, cytokine secretion, and signaling through Toll-like receptors, and is thus, pivotal in immune response and inflammation. The CaMKIV subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDE--DQHrLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWIcq 78
Cdd:cd14085   183 MWSVGVITYILLCGFEPFYDErgDQY-MFKRILNCDYDFVSPWWDDVSLNAKDLVKKLIVLDPKKRLTTQQALQHPWV-- 259

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gi 1010228656  79 RSTVASMMHRQETVDCLKKFNARRKLKGAILTTM 112
Cdd:cd14085   260 TGKAANFAHMDTAQKKLQEFNARRKLKAAVKAVV 293

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase Type I; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. CaMKs are multifunctional calcium and calmodulin (CaM) stimulated STKs involved in cell cycle regulation. There are several types of CaMKs including CaMKI, CaMKII, and CaMKIV. In vertebrates, there are four CaMKI proteins encoded by different genes (alpha, beta, gamma, and delta), each producing at least one variant. CaMKs contain an N-terminal catalytic domain and a C-terminal regulatory domain that harbors a CaM binding site. CaMKI proteins are monomeric and they play pivotal roles in the nervous system, including long-term potentiation, dendritic arborization, neurite outgrowth, and the formation of spines, synapses, and axons. In addition, they may be involved in osteoclast differentiation and bone resorption. The CaMKI subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd14083   186 WSIGVISYILLCGYPPFYDENDSKLFAQILKAEYEFDSPYWDDISDSAKDFIRHLMEKDPNKRYTCEQALEHPW 259

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Doublecortin-like kinase 3 (also called Doublecortin-like and CAM kinase-like 3); STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. DCKL3 (or DCAMKL3) belongs to the doublecortin (DCX) family of proteins which are involved in neuronal migration, neurogenesis, and eye receptor development, among others. Family members typically contain tandem doublecortin (DCX) domains at the N-terminus; DCX domains can bind microtubules and serve as protein-interaction platforms. DCKL3 contains a single DCX domain (instead of a tandem) and a C-terminal kinase domain with similarity to CAMKs. It has been shown to interact with tubulin and JIP1/2. The DCKL3 subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFW--DEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd14185   182 MWAAGVILYILLCGFPPFRspERDQEELFQIIQLGHYEFLPPYWDNISEAAKDLISRLLVVDPEKRYTAKQVLQHPW 258

Catalytic domain of AMP-activated protein kinase-like Serine/Threonine Kinases; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. The AMPK-like subfamily is composed of AMPK, MARK, BRSK, NUAK, MELK, SNRK, TSSK, and SIK, among others. LKB1 serves as a master upstream kinase that activates AMPK and most AMPK-like kinases. AMPK, also called SNF1 (sucrose non-fermenting1) in yeasts and SnRK1 (SNF1-related kinase1) in plants, is a heterotrimeric enzyme composed of a catalytic alpha subunit and two regulatory subunits, beta and gamma. It is a stress-activated kinase that serves as master regulator of glucose and lipid metabolism by monitoring carbon and energy supplies, via sensing the cell's AMP:ATP ratio. MARKs phosphorylate tau and related microtubule-associated proteins (MAPs), and regulates microtubule-based intracellular transport. They are involved in embryogenesis, epithelial cell polarization, cell signaling, and neuronal differentiation. BRSKs play important roles in establishing neuronal polarity. TSSK proteins are almost exclusively expressed postmeiotically in the testis and play important roles in spermatogenesis and/or spermiogenesis. The AMPK-like subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSpewdTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd14003   182 VWSLGVILYAMLTGYLPFDDDNDSKLFRKILKGKYPIPS----HLSPDARDLIRRMLVVDPSKRITIEEILNHPW 252

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase Type I beta; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. CaMKs are multifunctional calcium and calmodulin (CaM) stimulated STKs involved in cell cycle regulation. The CaMK family includes CaMKI, CaMKII, CaMKIV, and CaMK kinase (CaMKK). In vertebrates, there are four CaMKI proteins encoded by different genes (alpha, beta, gamma, and delta), each producing at least one variant. CaMKs contain an N-terminal catalytic domain and a C-terminal regulatory domain that harbors a CaM binding site. CaMKI proteins are monomeric and they play pivotal roles in the nervous system, including long-term potentiation, dendritic arborization, neurite outgrowth, and the formation of spines, synapses, and axons. In addition, they may be involved in osteoclast differentiation and bone resorption. The CaMKI-beta subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWIC 77
Cdd:cd14169   185 VWAIGVISYILLCGYPPFYDENDSELFNQILKAEYEFDSPYWDDISESAKDFIRHLLERDPEKRFTCEQALQHPWIS 261

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Phosphorylase kinase Gamma 1 subunit; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. Phosphorylase kinase (PhK) catalyzes the phosphorylation of inactive phosphorylase b to form the active phosphorylase a. It coordinates hormonal, metabolic, and neuronal signals to initiate the breakdown of glycogen stores, which enables the maintenance of blood-glucose homeostasis during fasting, and is also used as a source of energy for muscle contraction. PhK is one of the largest and most complex protein kinases, composed of a heterotetramer containing four molecules each of four subunit types: one catalytic (gamma) and three regulatory (alpha, beta, and delta). The gamma 1 subunit (PhKG1) is also referred to as the muscle gamma isoform. The gamma subunit, when isolated, is constitutively active and does not require phosphorylation of the A-loop for activity. The regulatory subunits restrain this kinase activity until signals are received to relieve this inhibition. For example, the kinase is activated in response to hormonal stimulation, after autophosphorylation or phosphorylation by cAMP-dependent kinase of the alpha and beta subunits. The high-affinity binding of ADP to the beta subunit also stimulates kinase activity, whereas calcium relieves inhibition by binding to the delta (calmodulin) subunit. The PhKG1 subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWICQ 78
Cdd:cd14182   198 MWSTGVIMYTLLAGSPPFWHRKQMLMLRMIMSGNYQFGSPEWDDRSDTVKDLISRFLVVQPQKRYTAEEALAHPFFQQ 275

C-terminal catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinases, Ribosomal S6 kinases; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. RSKs contain an N-terminal kinase domain (NTD) from the AGC family and a C-terminal kinase domain (CTD) from the CAMK family. They are activated by signaling inputs from extracellular regulated kinase (ERK) and phosphoinositide dependent kinase 1 (PDK1). ERK phosphorylates and activates the CTD of RSK, serving as a docking site for PDK1, which phosphorylates and activates the NTD, which in turn phosphorylates all known RSK substrates. RSKs act as downstream effectors of mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) and play key roles in mitogen-activated cell growth, differentiation, and survival. Mammals possess four RSK isoforms (RSK1-4) from distinct genes. RSK proteins are also referred to as MAP kinase-activated protein kinases (MAPKAPKs), 90 kDa ribosomal protein S6 kinases (p90-RSKs), or p90S6Ks. The RSK subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFW---DEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWIC 77
Cdd:cd14091   181 IWSLGVLLYTMLAGYTPFAsgpNDTPEVILARIGSGKIDLSGGNWDHVSDSAKDLVRKMLHVDPSQRPTAAQVLQHPWIR 260

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gi 1010228656  78 QRSTVASmmhRQetvdcLKKFNARRKLKGAILTTMLA 114
Cdd:cd14091   261 NRDSLPQ---RQ-----LTDPQDAALVKGAVAATFRA 289

Protein kinase domain;

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPeWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:pfam00069 143 VWSLGCILYELLTGKPPFPGINGNEIYELIIDQPYAFPEL-PSNLSEEAKDLLKKLLKKDPSKRLTATQALQHPWF 217

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Aurora kinase; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. Aurora kinases are key regulators of mitosis and are essential for the accurate and equal division of genomic material from parent to daughter cells. Yeast contains only one Aurora kinase while most higher eukaryotes have two. Vertebrates contain at least 2 Aurora kinases (A and B); mammals contains a third Aurora kinase gene (C). Aurora-A regulates cell cycle events from the late S-phase through the M-phase including centrosome maturation, mitotic entry, centrosome separation, spindle assembly, chromosome alignment, cytokinesis, and mitotic exit. Aurora-A activation depends on its autophosphorylation and binding to the microtubule-associated protein TPX2. Aurora-B is most active at the transition during metaphase to the end of mitosis. It is critical for accurate chromosomal segregation, cytokinesis, protein localization to the centrosome and kinetochore, correct microtubule-kinetochore attachments, and regulation of the mitotic checkpoint. Aurora-C is mainly expressed in meiotically dividing cells; it was originally discovered in mice as a testis-specific STK called Aie1. Both Aurora-B and -C are chromosomal passenger proteins that can form complexes with INCENP and survivin, and they may have redundant cellular functions. The Aurora subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPspewDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14007   181 IWSLGVLCYELLVGKPPFESKSHQETYKRIQNVDIKFP----SSVSPEAKDLISKLLQKDPSKRLSLEQVLNHPWI 252

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Doublecortin-like kinase 2 (also called Doublecortin-like and CAM kinase-like 2); STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. DCKL2 (or DCAMKL2) belongs to the doublecortin (DCX) family of proteins which are involved in neuronal migration, neurogenesis, and eye receptor development, among others. Family members typically contain tandem doublecortin (DCX) domains at the N-terminus; DCX domains can bind microtubules and serve as protein-interaction platforms. In addition, DCKL2 contains a serine, threonine, and proline rich domain (SP) and a C-terminal kinase domain with similarity to CAMKs. DCKL2 has been shown to interact with tubulin, JIP1/2, JNK, neurabin 2, and actin. It is associated with the terminal segments of axons and dendrites, and may function as a phosphorylation-dependent switch to control microtubule dynamics in neuronal growth cones. The DCKL2 subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDED--QHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd14184   183 IWAAGVITYILLCGFPPFRSENnlQEDLFDQILLGKLEFPSPYWDNITDSAKELISHMLQVNVEARYTAEQILSHPW 259

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase Type I delta; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. CaMKs are multifunctional calcium and calmodulin (CaM) stimulated STKs involved in cell cycle regulation. The CaMK family includes CaMKI, CaMKII, CaMKIV, and CaMK kinase (CaMKK). In vertebrates, there are four CaMKI proteins encoded by different genes (alpha, beta, gamma, and delta), each producing at least one variant. CaMKs contain an N-terminal catalytic domain and a C-terminal regulatory domain that harbors a CaM binding site. CaMKI proteins are monomeric and they play pivotal roles in the nervous system, including long-term potentiation, dendritic arborization, neurite outgrowth, and the formation of spines, synapses, and axons. In addition, they may be involved in osteoclast differentiation and bone resorption. The CaMKI-delta subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWICQRST 81
Cdd:cd14168   194 WSIGVIAYILLCGYPPFYDENDSKLFEQILKADYEFDSPYWDDISDSAKDFIRNLMEKDPNKRYTCEQALRHPWIAGDTA 273

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gi 1010228656  82 VASMMHRQETVDCLKKFnARRKLKGA 107
Cdd:cd14168   274 LCKNIHESVSAQIRKNF-AKSKWRQA 298

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Cell cycle Checkpoint Kinase 2; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. Checkpoint Kinase 2 (Chk2) plays an important role in cellular responses to DNA double-strand breaks and related lesions. It is phosphorylated and activated by ATM kinase, resulting in its dissociation from sites of damage to phosphorylate downstream targets such as BRCA1, p53, cell cycle transcription factor E2F1, the promyelocytic leukemia protein (PML) involved in apoptosis, and CDC25 phosphatases, among others. Mutations in Chk2 is linked to a variety of cancers including familial breast cancer, myelodysplastic syndromes, prostate cancer, lung cancer, and osteosarcomas. Chk2 contains an N-terminal SQ/TQ cluster domain (SCD), a central forkhead-associated (FHA) domain, and a C-terminal catalytic kinase domain. The Chk2 subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDE-DQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14084   200 WSLGVILFICLSGYPPFSEEyTQMSLKEQILSGKYTFIPKAWKNVSEEAKDLVKKMLVVDPSRRPSIEEALEHPWL 275

Catalytic domain of the Alpha subunit of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, AMP-activated protein kinase; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. AMPK, also called SNF1 (sucrose non-fermenting1) in yeasts and SnRK1 (SNF1-related kinase1) in plants, is a heterotrimeric enzyme composed of a catalytic alpha subunit and two regulatory subunits, beta and gamma. It is a stress-activated kinase that serves as master regulator of glucose and lipid metabolism by monitoring carbon and energy supplies, via sensing the cell's AMP:ATP ratio. In response to decreased ATP levels, it enhances energy-producing processes and inhibits energy-consuming pathways. Once activated, AMPK phosphorylates a broad range of downstream targets, with effects in carbohydrate metabolism and uptake, lipid and fatty acid biosynthesis, carbon energy storage, and inflammation, among others. Defects in energy homeostasis underlie many human diseases including Type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and cancer. As a result, AMPK has emerged as a therapeutic target in the treatment of these diseases. The AMPK subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSpewdTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd14079   186 WSCGVILYALLCGSLPFDDEHIPNLFKKIKSGIYTIPS----HLSPGARDLIKRMLVVDPLKRITIPEIRQHPW 255

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Mitogen-activated protein kinase signal-integrating kinase 1; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. MAPK signal-integrating kinases (Mnks) are MAPK-activated protein kinases and is comprised by a group of four proteins, produced by alternative splicing from two genes (Mnk1 and Mnk2). The isoforms of Mnk1 (1a/1b) and Mnk2 (2a/2b) differ at their C-termini, with the a-form having a longer C-terminus containing a MAPK-binding region. All Mnks contain a catalytic kinase domain and a polybasic region at the N-terminus which binds importin and the eukaryotic initiation factor eIF4G. The best characterized Mnk substrate is eIF4G, whose phosphorylation may promote the export of certain mRNAs from the nucleus. Mnk also phosphorylate substrates that bind to AU-rich elements that regulate mRNA stability and translation. Mnks have also been implicated in tyrosine kinase receptor signaling, inflammation, and cell prolieration or survival. The Mnk subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPF---------WDED------QHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRI 65
Cdd:cd14174   198 LWSLGVILYIMLSGYPPFvghcgtdcgWDRGevcrvcQNKLFESIQEGKYEFPDKDWSHISSEAKDLISKLLVRDAKERL 277

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gi 1010228656  66 TASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14174   278 SAAQVLQHPWV 288

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinase, Mitogen-activated protein kinase signal-integrating kinase 2; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. MAPK signal-integrating kinases (Mnks) are MAPK-activated protein kinases and is comprised by a group of four proteins, produced by alternative splicing from two genes (Mnk1 and Mnk2). The isoforms of Mnk1 (1a/1b) and Mnk2 (2a/2b) differ at their C-termini, with the a-form having a longer C-terminus containing a MAPK-binding region. All Mnks contain a catalytic kinase domain and a polybasic region at the N-terminus which binds importin and the eukaryotic initiation factor eIF4G. The best characterized Mnk substrate is eIF4G, whose phosphorylation may promote the export of certain mRNAs from the nucleus. Mnk also phosphorylate substrates that bind to AU-rich elements that regulate mRNA stability and translation. Mnks have also been implicated in tyrosine kinase receptor signaling, inflammation, and cell prolieration or survival. The Mnk subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPF---------WDED------QHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRI 65
Cdd:cd14173   198 LWSLGVILYIMLSGYPPFvgrcgsdcgWDRGeacpacQNMLFESIQEGKYEFPEKDWAHISCAAKDLISKLLVRDAKQRL 277

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gi 1010228656  66 TASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14173   278 SAAQVLQHPWV 288

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinases, Polo-like kinases; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. PLKs play important roles in cell cycle progression and in DNA damage responses. They regulate mitotic entry, mitotic exit, and cytokinesis. In general PLKs contain an N-terminal catalytic kinase domain and a C-terminal regulatory polo box domain (PBD), which is comprised by two bipartite polo-box motifs (or polo boxes) and is involved in protein interactions. PLKs derive their names from homology to polo, a kinase first identified in Drosophila. There are five mammalian PLKs (PLK1-5) from distinct genes. There is good evidence that PLK1 may function as an oncogene while PLK2-5 have tumor suppressive properties. PLK1 functions as a positive regulator of mitosis, meiosis, and cytokinesis. PLK2 functions in G1 progression, S-phase arrest, and centriole duplication. PLK3 regulates angiogenesis and responses to DNA damage. PLK4 is required for late mitotic progression, cell survival, and embryonic development. PLK5 was first identified as a pseudogene containing a stop codon within the kinase domain, however, both murine and human genes encode expressed proteins. PLK5 functions in cell cycle arrest.

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPewDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14099   186 WSLGVILYTLLVGKPPFETSDVKETYKRIKKNEYSFPSH--LSISDEAKDLIRSMLQPDPTKRPSLDEILSHPFF 258

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine kinases, Liver Kinase B1, Calmodulin Dependent Protein Kinase Kinase, and similar proteins; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. Both LKB1 and CaMKKs can phosphorylate and activate AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). LKB1, also called STK11, serves as a master upstream kinase that activates AMPK and most AMPK-like kinases. LKB1 and AMPK are part of an energy-sensing pathway that links cell energy to metabolism and cell growth. They play critical roles in the establishment and maintenance of cell polarity, cell proliferation, cytoskeletal organization, as well as T-cell metabolism, including T-cell development, homeostasis, and effector function. CaMKKs are upstream kinases of the CaM kinase cascade that phosphorylate and activate CaMKI and CamKIV. They may also phosphorylate other substrates including PKB and AMPK. Vertebrates contain two CaMKKs, CaMKK1 (or alpha) and CaMKK2 (or beta). CaMKK1 is involved in the regulation of glucose uptake in skeletal muscles. CaMKK2 is involved in regulating energy balance, glucose metabolism, adiposity, hematopoiesis, inflammation, and cancer. The LKB1/CaMKK subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEwdTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14008   194 IWALGVTLYCLVFGRLPFNGDNILELYEAIQNQNDEFPIPP--ELSPELKDLLRRMLEKDPEKRITLKEIKEHPWV 267

C-terminal catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Mitogen and stress-activated kinase; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. MSKs contain an N-terminal kinase domain (NTD) from the AGC family and a C-terminal kinase domain (CTD) from the CAMK family. MSKs are activated by two major signaling cascades, the Ras-MAPK and p38 stress kinase pathways, in response to various stimuli such as growth factors, hormones, neurotransmitters, cellular stress, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. This triggers phosphorylation in the activation loop (A-loop) of the CTD of MSK. The active CTD phosphorylates the hydrophobic motif (HM) in the C-terminal extension of NTD, which facilitates the phosphorylation of the A-loop and activates the NTD, which in turn phosphorylates downstream targets. MSKs are predominantly nuclear proteins. They are widely expressed in many tissues including heart, brain, lung, liver, kidney, and pancreas. There are two isoforms of MSK, called MSK1 and MSK2. The MSK subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPF----WDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14092   188 LWSLGVILYTMLSGQVPFqspsRNESAAEIMKRIKSGDFSFDGEEWKNVSSEAKSLIQGLLTVDPSKRLTMSELRNHPWL 267

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gi 1010228656  77 CQRSTVAS 84
Cdd:cd14092   268 QGSSSPSS 275

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinases, Sucrose nonfermenting 1-related protein kinase subfamily 3; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. The SnRKs form three different subfamilies designated SnRK1-3. SnRK3 is represented in this cd. The SnRK3 group contains members also known as CBL-interacting protein kinase, salt overly sensitive 2, SOS3-interacting proteins and protein kinase S. These kinases interact with calcium-binding proteins such as SOS3, SCaBPs, and CBL proteins, and are involved in responses to salt stress and in sugar and ABA signaling. The SnRKs belong to a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGayDFPSPEWdtVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd14663   186 IWSCGVILFVLLAGYLPFDDENLMALYRKIMKG--EFEYPRW--FSPGAKSLIKRILDPNPSTRITVEQIMASPW 256

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Maternal Embryonic Leucine zipper Kinase; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. MELK is a cell cycle dependent protein which functions in cytokinesis, cell cycle, apoptosis, cell proliferation, and mRNA processing. It is found upregulated in many types of cancer cells, playing an indispensable role in cancer cell survival. It makes an attractive target in the design of inhibitors for use in the treatment of a wide range of human cancer. The MELK subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDfpSPEWdtVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14078   186 VWSMGVLLYALLCGFLPFDDDNVMALYRKIQSGKYE--EPEW--LSPSSKLLLDQMLQVDPKKRITVKELLNHPWV 257

C-terminal catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Ribosomal S6 kinase 1 (also called Ribosomal protein S6 kinase alpha-1 or 90kDa ribosomal protein S6 kinase 1); STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. RSK1 is also called S6K-alpha-1, RPS6KA1, p90RSK1 or MAPK-activated protein kinase 1a (MAPKAPK-1a). It is a component of the insulin transduction pathway, regulating the function of IRS1. It also interacts with PKA and promotes its inactivation. RSK1 is one of four RSK isoforms (RSK1-4) from distinct genes present in vertebrates. RSKs contain an N-terminal kinase domain (NTD) from the AGC family and a C-terminal kinase domain (CTD) from the CAMK family. They are activated by signaling inputs from extracellular regulated kinase (ERK) and phosphoinositide dependent kinase 1 (PDK1). ERK phosphorylates and activates the CTD of RSK, serving as a docking site for PDK1, which phosphorylates and activates the NTD, which in turn phosphorylates all known RSK substrates. RSKs act as downstream effectors of mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) and play key roles in mitogen-activated cell growth, differentiation, and survival. The RSK1 subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWD---EDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWIC 77
Cdd:cd14175   182 IWSLGILLYTMLAGYTPFANgpsDTPEEILTRIGSGKFTLSGGNWNTVSDAAKDLVSKMLHVDPHQRLTAKQVLQHPWIT 261

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gi 1010228656  78 QRSTVA-SMMHRQE 90
Cdd:cd14175   262 QKDKLPqSQLNHQD 275

Catalytic domain of Microtubule-associated serine/threonine (MAST) kinase-like proteins; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. This subfamily includes MAST kinases, MAST-like (MASTL) kinases (also called greatwall kinase or Gwl), and fungal kinases with similarity to Saccharomyces cerevisiae Rim15 and Schizosaccharomyces pombe cek1. MAST kinases contain an N-terminal domain of unknown function, a central catalytic domain, and a C-terminal PDZ domain that mediates protein-protein interactions. MASTL kinases carry only a catalytic domain which contains a long insert relative to other kinases. The fungal kinases in this subfamily harbor other domains in addition to a central catalytic domain, which like in MASTL, also contains an insert relative to MAST kinases. Rim15 contains a C-terminal signal receiver (REC) domain while cek1 contains an N-terminal PAS domain. MAST kinases are cytoskeletal associated kinases of unknown function that are also expressed at neuromuscular junctions and postsynaptic densities. MASTL/Gwl is involved in the regulation of mitotic entry, mRNA stabilization, and DNA checkpoint recovery. The fungal proteins Rim15 and cek1 are involved in the regulation of meiosis and mitosis, respectively. The MAST-like kinase subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFpsPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRI---TASEALKHPW 75
Cdd:cd05579   192 WSLGVILYEFLVGIPPFHAETPEEIFQNILNGKIEW--PEDPEVSDEAKDLISKLLTPDPEKRLgakGIEEIKNHPF 266

Pseudokinase domain, first repeat, of the Giant Serine/Threonine Kinase Uncoordinated protein 89; The pseudokinase domain shows similarity to protein kinases but lacks crucial residues for catalytic activity. The nematode Unc-89 gene, through alternative promoter use and splicing, encodes at least six major isoforms (Unc-89A to Unc-89F) of giant muscle proteins that are homologs for the vetebrate obscurin. In flies, five isoforms of Unc-89 have been detected: four in the muscles of adult flies (two in the indirect flight muscle and two in other muscles) and another isoform in the larva. Unc-89 in nematodes is required for normal muscle cell architecture. In flies, it is necessary for the development of a symmetrical sarcomere in the flight muscles. Unc-89 proteins contain several adhesion and signaling domains including multiple copies of the immunoglobulin (Ig) domain, as well as fibronectin type III (FN3), SH3, RhoGEF, and PH domains. The nematode Unc-89 isoforms D, C, D, and F contain two kinase domain with B and F having two complete kinase domains while the first repeat of C and D are partial domains. Homology modeling suggests that the first kinase repeat of Unc-89 may be catalytically inactive, a pseudokinase, while the second kinase repeat may be active. The pseudokinase domain may function as a regulatory domain or a protein interaction domain. The Unc-89 subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14109   180 MWSVGVLTYVLLGGISPFLGDNDRETLTNVRSGKWSFDSSPLGNISDDARDFIKKLLVYIPESRLTVDEALNHPWF 255

Catalytic domain of testis-specific serine/threonine kinases and similar proteins; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. TSSK proteins are almost exclusively expressed postmeiotically in the testis and play important roles in spermatogenesis and/or spermiogenesis. There are five mammalian TSSK proteins which show differences in their localization and timing of expression. TSSK1 and TSSK2 are expressed specifically in meiotic and postmeiotic spermatogenic cells, respectively. TSSK3 has been reported to be expressed in the interstitial Leydig cells of adult testis. TSSK4, also called TSSK5, is expressed in testis from haploid round spermatids to mature spermatozoa. TSSK6, also called SSTK, is expressed at the head of elongated sperm. TSSK1/TSSK2 double knock-out and TSSK6 null mice are sterile without manifesting other defects, making these kinases viable targets for male contraception. The TSSK-like subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLY-QQIKAGAYdFPSPEWDtVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14080   188 IWSLGVILYIMLCGSMPFDDSNIKKMLkDQQNRKVR-FPSSVKK-LSPECKDLIDQLLEPDPTKRATIEEILNHPWL 262

Catalytic subunit of the Serine/Threonine Kinases, cAMP-dependent protein kinases; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. This subfamily is composed of the cAMP-dependent protein kinases, PKA and PRKX, and similar proteins. The inactive PKA holoenzyme is a heterotetramer composed of two phosphorylated and active catalytic subunits with a dimer of regulatory (R) subunits. Activation is achieved through the binding of the important second messenger cAMP to the R subunits, which leads to the dissociation of PKA into the R dimer and two active subunits. PKA is present ubiquitously in cells and interacts with many different downstream targets. It plays a role in the regulation of diverse processes such as growth, development, memory, metabolism, gene expression, immunity, and lipolysis. PRKX is also reulated by the R subunit and is is present in many tissues including fetal and adult brain, kidney, and lung. It is implicated in granulocyte/macrophage lineage differentiation, renal cell epithelial migration, and tubular morphogenesis in the developing kidney. The PKA-like subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   2 WACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPewdtVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKR----ITASEALK-HPWI 76
Cdd:cd05580   182 WALGILIYEMLAGYPPFFDENPMKIYEKILEGKIRFPSF----FDPDAKDLIKRLLVVDLTKRlgnlKNGVEDIKnHPWF 257

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gi 1010228656  77 cqrstvasmmhrqETVDCLKKFNarRKLKGAI---LTTMLATRNFSA 120
Cdd:cd05580   258 -------------AGIDWDALLQ--RKIPAPYvpkVRGPGDTSNFDK 289

Catalytic domain of the Serine/Threonine Kinase, Death-Associated Protein Kinase; STKs catalyze the transfer of the gamma-phosphoryl group from ATP to serine/threonine residues on protein substrates. DAPKs mediate cell death and act as tumor suppressors. They are necessary to induce cell death and their overexpression leads to death-associated changes including membrane blebbing, cell rounding, and formation of autophagic vesicles. Vertebrates contain three subfamily members with different domain architecture, localization, and function. DAPK1 is the prototypical member of the subfamily and is also simply referred to as DAPK. DAPK2 is also called DAPK-related protein 1 (DRP-1), while DAPK3 has also been named DAP-like kinase (DLK) and zipper-interacting protein kinase (ZIPk). These proteins are ubiquitously expressed in adult tissues, are capable of cross talk with each other, and may act synergistically in regulating cell death. The DAPK subfamily is part of a larger superfamily that includes the catalytic domains of other protein STKs, protein tyrosine kinases, RIO kinases, aminoglycoside phosphotransferase, choline kinase, and phosphoinositide 3-kinase.

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gi 1010228656   1 MWACGVILYILLVGYPPFWDEDQHRLYQQIKAGAYDFPSPEWDTVTPEAKDLINKMLTINPAKRITASEALKHPWI 76
Cdd:cd14105   194 MWSIGVITYILLSGASPFLGDTKQETLANITAVNYDFDDEYFSNTSELAKDFIRQLLVKDPRKRMTIQESLRHPWI 269