Anti-Bim (Bod, Bcl2l11, BCL2-like 11 apoptosis facilitator, Bcl2 interacting mediator of cell death)

Bim/Bod is a pro-apoptotic protein belonging to the -BH3-only+ group of Bcl-2 family members (that includes Bad, Bid, Bik, Hrk and Noxa) containing a BH3 domain but lacking other conserved domains, BH1 or BH2 (1,2). Bim induces apoptosis by binding to and antagonizing anti-apoptotic members of the Bcl-2 family. Interactions have been observed with Bcl-2, Bcl-xL, Mcl-1, Bcl-w, Bfl-1 and BHRF-1 (1,2). Particular functions for Bim have been described in the regulation of apoptosis associated with thymocyte negative selection and following growth factor withdrawal, during which Bim expression is elevated (3-6). Three major isoforms of Bim are generated by alternative splicing: BimEL, BimL and BimS (1). The shortest form, BimS, is the most cytotoxic and is generally only transiently expressed during apoptosis. The other isoforms, BimEL and BimL, may be sequestered to the dynein motor complex through an interaction with the dynein light chain and released from this complex during apoptosis (7). Apoptotic activity of these longer isoforms may be regulated by phosphorylation (8,9). Environmental stress triggers Bim phosphorylation by JNK, resulting in dissociation with the dynein complex and increased apoptotic activity. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunoprecipitation. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot: 1:1000, Immunoprecipitation: 1:200, Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.