Multi-isomeric modular protein which forms a linking network between organelles and the actin cytoskeleton to maintain the subcellular spatial organization. As a component of the LINC (LInker of Nucleoskeleton and Cytoskeleton) complex involved in the connection between the nuclear lamina and the cytoskeleton. The nucleocytoplasmic interactions established by the LINC complex play an important role in the transmission of mechanical forces across the nuclear envelope and in nuclear movement and positioning. May be involved in nucleus-centrosome attachment and nuclear migration in neural progenitors implicating LINC complex association with SUN1/2 and probably association with cytoplasmic dynein-dynactin motor complexes; SYNE1 and SYNE2 may act redundantly. Required for centrosome migration to the apical cell surface during early ciliogenesis. May be involved in nuclear remodeling during sperm head formation in spermatogenesis; a probable SUN3:SYNE1/KASH1 LINC complex may tether spermatid nuclei to posterior cytoskeletal structures such as the manchette.
Subcellular locations: Nucleus outer membrane, Nucleus, Nucleus envelope, Cytoplasm, Cytoskeleton, Cytoplasm, Myofibril, Sarcomere
The largest part of the protein is cytoplasmic, while its C-terminal part is associated with the nuclear envelope, most probably the outer nuclear membrane. In skeletal and smooth muscles, a significant amount is found in the sarcomeres. In myoblasts, relocalized from the nuclear envelope to the nucleus and cytoplasm during cell differentiation.
Subcellular locations: Golgi apparatus
Expressed in HeLa, A431, A172 and HaCaT cells (at protein level). Widely expressed. Highly expressed in skeletal and smooth muscles, heart, spleen, peripheral blood leukocytes, pancreas, cerebellum, stomach, kidney and placenta. Isoform GSRP-56 is predominantly expressed in heart and skeletal muscle (at protein level).