DB identifier | AT3G56950 | Secondary Identifier | locus:2080570 |
Name | small and basic intrinsic protein 2;1 | Brief Description | small and basic intrinsic protein 2;1 |
TAIR Computational Description | small and basic intrinsic protein 2;(source:Araport11) |
TAIR Curator Summary | One of the Major Intrinsic Proteins(MIPs) which facilitate the passive transport of small molecules across membranes.Belongs to a family of plant aquaporins.Similar to yeast and radish aquaporins. Located on ER. Probably involved in the alleviation of ER stress; the lack of SIP2;1 reduces both pollen germination and pollen tube elongation. |
TAIR Short Description | small and basic intrinsic protein 2;1 |
TAIR Aliases | SIP2, SIP2;1 |