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Beta-1 integrin binding protein ICAP-1 is a serine/threonine-rich protein that binds to the cytoplasmic domains of beta-1 integrins in a highly specific manner, binding to a NPXY sequence motif on the beta-1 integrin. The cytoplasmic domains of integrins are essential for cell adhesion, and the fact that phosphorylation of ICAP-1 by interaction with the cell-matrix implies an important role of ICAP-1 during integrin-dependent cell adhesion. Overexpression of ICAP-1 strongly reduces the integrin-mediated cell spreading on extracellular matrix and inhibits both Cdc42 and Rac1. In addition, ICAP-1 induces release of Cdc42 from cellular membranes and prevents the dissociation of GDP from this GTPase. An additional function of ICAP-1 is to promote differentiation of osteoprogenitors by supporting their condensation through modulating the integrin high affinity state,
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