PI3K/Akt/mTOR · target hub
MAP kinase-activated protein kinase 2 (MAPKAPK2)
MAPKAPK2 is a mTORC1 translational output on the PI3K/Akt/mTOR axis. Stress-activated serine/threonine-protein kinase involved in cytokine production, endocytosis, reorganization of the cytoskeleton, cell migration, cell cycle control, chromatin remodeling, DNA damage response and transcriptional regulation. Following stress, it is phosphorylated … It is indexed under "MNK, p90 RSK, LARP1 & translation elongation control" on our pathway page for antibodies, inhibitors, and assay guidance.
| Type / example | Domain / context (brief) |
|---|---|
| Expression context | Tissue/cell-type–dependent expression |
| Rare variants | Sporadic variants—require functional validation |
| Pathway coupling | Co-occurs with neighboring nodes on the hub |
Naming and prevalence vary by cohort and assay—annotate clinically with COSMIC, ClinVar, OncoKB, and datasheets; research context only.
Examples below reflect common literature and public resources (e.g., CCLE, DepMap)—validate genotypes, expression, and passage in your own stocks before committing assays.
Human tissues and primary cells require ethics/IRB approval; tumors are heterogeneous—record histotype, site, and preservation conditions.
Overexpression vs endogenous MAPKAPK2 can differ in dosage, splicing, and compartmentation—in organoids/PDX, record passage, matrix, and drug history.
Adds MAPKAPK2 keyword bias atop the PI3K/Akt/mTOR antibody pool—if sparse, use presets above or global search.
This content supports research reagents and pathway education—not medical advice. Annotate mutations, drug indications, and protocols with authoritative databases, datasheets, and institutional oversight.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-18
See the PI3K/Akt/mTOR hub for neighboring nodes and assay guidance—cross-check MAPK, RTK, metabolism, and autophagy pages as needed.