CCDC117 Inhibitors

CCDC117, or Coiled-Coil Domain Containing 117, is a human protein encoded by the gene CCDC117. The function of CCDC117 is not extensively characterized, but as with other proteins that possess coiled-coil domains, it is likely to be involved in processes that require the formation of stable, oligomeric protein complexes.The coiled-coil motif is a structural motif that is prevalent in proteins that oligomerize, facilitating interactions between proteins. Such interactions are fundamental to the constitution of the cytoskeleton, vesicle transport, cell division, and signal transduction processes. Given this, CCDC117 may play a role in one or more of these cellular activities, possibly contributing to the structural integrity of cells or to the regulation of cellular division and signaling pathways.

Proteins with coiled-coil domains are often implicated in mediating molecular assemblies that are critical for the intracellular organization and are involved in various dynamic processes such as mitosis and intracellular trafficking.The expression pattern of CCDC117 might provide clues to its function. If the protein is ubiquitously expressed, it may be involved in fundamental cellular processes. Alternatively, tissue-specific expression could indicate specialized roles in certain cell types or organs.Mutations or alterations in the expression of the CCDC117 gene could potentially be linked to human diseases, especially those affecting cellular organization, division, or signaling.