S100β as a Dual-Functional Biomarker in Neural Homeostasis and Neuroinflammation

S100β as a Dual-Functional Biomarker in Neural Homeostasis and Neuroinflammation

ANT BIO Official Academic Article: S100β as a Dual-Functional Biomarker in Neural Homeostasis and Neuroinflammation

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Literature Information

This article interprets peer-reviewed publications regarding the molecular function, dual signaling roles, and disease-associated mechanisms of S100β, a key calcium-binding protein involved in astrocyte activation, neuroinflammation, and neurodegenerative disease progression.

Research Background

S100β acts as a pivotal dual-functional molecule: at physiological concentrations, it supports neuroprotection and synaptic plasticity; at elevated levels, it drives inflammatory cascades and neurotoxicity. This concentration-dependent switch makes it a core biomarker for traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis.

Research Approach

The reviewed studies integrate molecular structural analysis, cell-based functional assays, animal disease models, and clinical sample detection to dissect S100β’s signaling networks, concentration-dependent roles, and pathogenic contributions in neural injury and neuroinflammation.

Research Outcomes

  1. S100β is a calcium-sensitive dimer that functions as both a neurotrophic factor and a DAMP (damage-associated molecular pattern).
  2. Its extracellular signaling is mediated mainly by the RAGE receptor, activating NF-κB, ERK1/2, and JNK pathways to drive microglial activation.
  3. Concentration determines functional polarity: nanomolar levels promote neuron survival; micromolar levels induce inflammatory storms.
  4. S100β is significantly elevated in multiple neurodegenerative diseases and serves as a specific biomarker for disease monitoring.

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Related Product List

 

Catalog No.

Product Name

Applications

Supported Brand

S0B2117

S100β Recombinant Rabbit mAb

IHC-P, WB, IF

Starter

S0B2117P

S100β Recombinant Rabbit mAb, PBS Only

IHC-P, WB, IF

Starter

S0B2247

S-RMab® S100β Recombinant Rabbit mAb

IHC-P, WB, IP

Starter

S0B2247P

S-RMab® S100β Recombinant Rabbit mAb, PBS Only

IHC-P, WB, IP

Starter

S0B2055

S100A1 Recombinant Rabbit mAb

IHC-P, ICC, FC

Starter

S0B0028

S100A13 Recombinant Rabbit mAb

IHC-P, WB

Starter

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