Hspa5 (BiP/GRP78) is the ER-resident member of the HSP70 chaperone family. It functions as an ATP-dependent protein folding chaperone in the ER lumen, assisting in de novo folding of nascent polypeptides entering the secretory pathway and in quality control of misfolded proteins. BiP is a key regulator of the unfolded protein response (UPR), acting as a repressor of both IRE1 and PERK signaling arms by binding their luminal domains in the unstressed state and releasing them upon accumulation of misfolded proteins. It also participates in ERAD, post- translational translocation, and ER protein retention. BiP forms part of large ER chaperone complexes with co-chaperones (e.g., ERdj4, ERdj5), GRP94, and protein disulfide isomerases. It is also found at the cell surface in some contexts where it can act as a receptor for extracellular ligands.
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GO:0005634
nucleus
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: IBA annotation for nuclear localization. BiP is primarily an ER lumen protein, but some HSP70 family members are found in the nucleus. UniProt notes cytoplasm and ER lumen as primary locations (PMID:3087629). Nuclear localization is not well documented for BiP/GRP78 specifically in the rat, though the IBA may reflect ancestral HSP70 family properties shared with cytoplasmic/nuclear paralogs.
Reason: Nuclear localization is not a core feature of BiP/GRP78. The IBA likely reflects shared HSP70 family properties. BiP has a signal peptide and KDEL retention signal directing it to the ER lumen. Nucleus is not a primary location for this protein, though minor amounts may be detected.
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GO:0005737
cytoplasm
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: IBA annotation for cytoplasmic localization. UniProt lists cytoplasm as a subcellular location for BiP, likely reflecting release from ER under stress or during apoptosis. This is a secondary localization for this ER-resident protein.
Reason: Cytoplasmic localization is secondary to BiP's primary ER lumen residency. The IBA reflects broad HSP70 family cytoplasmic presence. BiP can be released from ER under certain conditions, but the cytoplasm is not its primary functional location.
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GO:0016887
ATP hydrolysis activity
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for ATP hydrolysis activity. BiP has a well-characterized nucleotide-binding domain (NBD) and is classified as EC 3.6.4.10 in UniProt. The ATPase activity is central to its chaperone cycle, regulated by J-domain co-chaperones such as ERdj4 and ERdj5.
Reason: ATP hydrolysis is a core molecular function of BiP/GRP78. UniProt assigns EC 3.6.4.10 and notes "ATP + H2O = ADP + phosphate + H(+)" as the catalytic reaction. The ATPase activity drives the allosteric coupling between the nucleotide-binding and substrate-binding domains that is essential for chaperone function.
Supporting Evidence:
GO_REF:0000033
IBA from phylogenetic inference across HSP70 family members with demonstrated ATPase activity
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GO:0031072
heat shock protein binding
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for heat shock protein binding. BiP interacts with multiple other chaperones in the ER, including GRP94 (HSP90B1), and with J-domain co-chaperones (DNAJB9/ERdj4, DNAJC10/ERdj5). UniProt documents extensive interactions with other chaperones and co-chaperones.
Reason: BiP physically interacts with multiple heat shock protein family members, including GRP94 and various J-domain proteins. This is well-supported by UniProt interaction data and the known ER chaperone complex composition (PMID:12475965). The IBA is phylogenetically sound for HSP70 family.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:22665516
Chaperones and foldases in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) ensure correct protein folding. [...] we have mapped interactions between ER-lumenal chaperones and foldases and describe their organization in multiprotein complexes.
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GO:0044183
protein folding chaperone
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for protein folding chaperone activity. This is the core molecular function of BiP/GRP78 as an HSP70 family foldase in the ER. Per the UPB project decision rules, HSP70 family members are classified as context-dependent foldase/holdase, with GO:0044183 as the primary MF term.
Reason: Protein folding chaperone is the core molecular function of BiP. UniProt states BiP "plays a key role in protein folding and quality control in the endoplasmic reticulum lumen." The IBA correctly assigns this term at the right level of specificity for an HSP70 family member. Per UPB project rules for HSP70: MODIFY GO:0051082 to GO:0044183, which this IBA already captures.
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GO:0036503
ERAD pathway
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for involvement in the ERAD pathway. BiP participates in ERAD through its interaction with DNAJC10/ERdj5 to facilitate release of substrates from the chaperone system for degradation, and through complexes with ERAD components such as ERLEC1, OS9, SEL1L, and SYVN1 (UniProt).
Reason: BiP plays a well-documented role in ERAD. UniProt states it is "Involved in the correct folding of proteins and degradation of misfolded proteins via its interaction with DNAJC10/ERdj5." PMID:23444373 demonstrates BiP interaction with ERAD machinery via SDF2L1 in the context of misfolded proinsulin degradation.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:23444373
SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP, the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) machinery and with misfolded proinsulin.
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GO:0016020
membrane
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for membrane localization. BiP is found associated with ER membranes (where it interacts with the translocon SEC61 complex) and can also be found at the cell surface. This is a very broad localization term.
Reason: While very broad, this term is accurate. BiP associates with ER membranes during translocation (interacting with SEC61 and SEC62) and is also found at the cell surface. The IBA is acceptable as a parent term that is subsumed by more specific membrane localizations.
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GO:0042026
protein refolding
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for protein refolding. BiP, as an HSP70 family foldase, can participate in refolding of misfolded proteins in the ER. This is consistent with its role in ER quality control.
Reason: Protein refolding is a documented function of HSP70 chaperones including BiP. In the ER quality control context, BiP can assist in attempts to refold misfolded proteins before they are targeted for ERAD. The IBA is phylogenetically consistent across HSP70 family.
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GO:0034663
endoplasmic reticulum chaperone complex
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for ER chaperone complex membership. BiP is a well-documented component of ER chaperone complexes. PMID:12475965 directly demonstrates BiP is part of a large chaperone multiprotein complex with DNAJB11, HSP90B1, HYOU, PDIA2, PDIA4, PDIA6, PPIB, SDF2L1, UGGT1, and ERP29.
Reason: BiP is a core component of the ER chaperone complex. UniProt documents its membership in multiprotein complexes (PubMed:12475965). This is a fundamental aspect of BiP function.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:22665516
we have mapped interactions between ER-lumenal chaperones and foldases and describe their organization in multiprotein complexes
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GO:0005788
endoplasmic reticulum lumen
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for ER lumen localization. This is the primary subcellular location of BiP/GRP78. The protein has an N-terminal signal peptide (aa 1-18) and a C-terminal KDEL ER retention motif (aa 651-654).
Reason: The ER lumen is the primary and best-characterized subcellular location for BiP/GRP78. UniProt lists "Endoplasmic reticulum lumen" as the primary subcellular location. The signal peptide and KDEL retention signal are documented in the UniProt feature table.
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GO:0030968
endoplasmic reticulum unfolded protein response
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IBA
GO_REF:0000033 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IBA annotation for involvement in the ER unfolded protein response. BiP is a master regulator of the UPR, acting as a repressor of both IRE1 and PERK signaling pathways by binding their luminal domains in the unstressed state.
Reason: Involvement in the ER UPR is a core function of BiP. UniProt states BiP "Acts as a key repressor of the EIF2AK3/PERK and ERN1/IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response (UPR)." This is one of the most well-established biological processes for BiP.
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GO:0000166
nucleotide binding
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IEA
GO_REF:0000043 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEA from UniProt keyword mapping. BiP binds ATP via its nucleotide-binding domain (NBD). This is a very broad term; more specific terms (ATP binding, ATP hydrolysis activity) are also annotated.
Reason: Nucleotide binding is accurate but very broad. It is subsumed by the more specific ATP binding (GO:0005524) annotation. Acceptable as an IEA that does not conflict with more specific annotations.
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GO:0005524
ATP binding
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IEA
GO_REF:0000120 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEA from InterPro/UniProt keyword mapping. BiP has a well-characterized ATP-binding domain. Multiple ATP-binding residues are documented in UniProt feature annotations.
Reason: ATP binding is well established for BiP. UniProt documents multiple ATP binding sites (residues 36-39, 96, 227-229, 293-300, 364-367). This is fundamental to the chaperone cycle.
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GO:0005737
cytoplasm
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IEA
GO_REF:0000044 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: IEA from UniProt subcellular location mapping. Duplicate of the IBA annotation for cytoplasm. UniProt lists cytoplasm as a subcellular location.
Reason: Cytoplasmic localization is secondary to ER lumen. Acceptable as a broader IEA that is consistent with the IBA annotation.
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GO:0005788
endoplasmic reticulum lumen
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IEA
GO_REF:0000044 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEA from UniProt subcellular location mapping for ER lumen. Duplicates the IBA annotation. ER lumen is the primary location of BiP.
Reason: ER lumen is the primary location. This IEA is consistent with the IBA and with the signal peptide and KDEL retention signals documented in UniProt.
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GO:0009986
cell surface
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IEA
GO_REF:0000044 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: IEA from UniProt subcellular location. UniProt notes BiP localizes to the cell surface in epithelial cells, with high levels of free iron promoting cell surface localization.
Reason: Cell surface localization is a secondary, non-canonical location for BiP observed in specific contexts (epithelial cells, stress, cancer cells). It is not the primary functional location but is documented in UniProt.
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GO:0016787
hydrolase activity
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IEA
GO_REF:0000043 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEA from UniProt keyword mapping. BiP has ATPase (hydrolase) activity (EC 3.6.4.10). This is a very broad parent term of the more informative ATP hydrolysis activity.
Reason: Hydrolase activity is accurate but very broad. It is the parent of ATP hydrolysis activity (GO:0016887) which is also annotated. Acceptable as a general IEA.
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GO:0016887
ATP hydrolysis activity
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IEA
GO_REF:0000120 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEA from InterPro/RHEA mapping for ATP hydrolysis activity. Duplicates the IBA annotation. BiP is classified as EC 3.6.4.10.
Reason: ATP hydrolysis activity is a core function of BiP, consistent with the IBA annotation and the EC classification.
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GO:0034976
response to endoplasmic reticulum stress
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IEA
GO_REF:0000117 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEA from ARBA machine learning. BiP is a central player in the ER stress response, both as a sensor (titrated away from IRE1/PERK by misfolded proteins) and as a chaperone that helps resolve the stress.
Reason: Response to ER stress is a core biological process for BiP. It is both induced by ER stress (at the transcriptional level, as GRP78 is a glucose- regulated protein) and functionally involved in resolving it.
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GO:0042470
melanosome
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IEA
GO_REF:0000044 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: IEA from UniProt subcellular location. UniProt notes BiP was "Identified by mass spectrometry in melanosome fractions from stage I to stage IV" based on similarity to human HSPA5.
Reason: Melanosome localization is based on proteomic detection by mass spectrometry and transferred by similarity. BiP is an abundant ER protein and melanosomes originate from the secretory pathway, so its presence may reflect transit rather than functional localization. Not a core compartment.
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GO:0051787
misfolded protein binding
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IEA
GO_REF:0000117 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEA from ARBA for misfolded protein binding. BiP binds misfolded proteins in the ER as part of its quality control function. This is consistent with its roles in ERAD and UPR.
Reason: Misfolded protein binding is a well-established function of BiP. It binds hydrophobic patches exposed on misfolded proteins to prevent aggregation and either promote refolding or target substrates for ERAD.
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GO:0005515
protein binding
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IPI
PMID:17981125 Sigma-1 receptor chaperones at the ER-mitochondrion interfac... |
MARK AS OVER ANNOTATED |
Summary: IPI for protein binding based on interaction with Sigma-1 receptor (Sigmar1). PMID:17981125 shows Sig-1Rs form a complex with BiP at the MAM (mitochondrion- associated ER membrane). Upon ER Ca2+ depletion, Sig-1Rs dissociate from BiP.
Reason: "Protein binding" is uninformative. The actual interaction is with Sigma-1 receptor at the MAM, regulating Ca2+ signaling. A more specific binding term or a BP annotation capturing BiP's role in MAM-mediated signaling would be more informative.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:17981125
Normally, Sig-1Rs form a complex at MAM with another chaperone, BiP. Upon ER Ca(2+) depletion or via ligand stimulation, Sig-1Rs dissociate from BiP, leading to a prolonged Ca(2+) signaling into mitochondria via IP3Rs.
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GO:0005515
protein binding
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IPI
PMID:7916014 Several endoplasmic reticulum stress proteins, including ERp... |
MARK AS OVER ANNOTATED |
Summary: IPI for protein binding based on interaction with thyroglobulin (Tg). PMID:7916014 demonstrates that BiP associates with thyroglobulin during maturation in thyroid cells, acting as a molecular chaperone.
Reason: "Protein binding" is uninformative. The interaction with thyroglobulin represents BiP's chaperone function (binding client proteins during folding). This is better captured by GO:0044183 (protein folding chaperone) which is already annotated.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:7916014
BiP could be coimmunoprecipitated with anti-Tg antibodies in the absence of cross-linking [...] Coprecipitation of BiP and Tg was abolished when ATP and Mg2+ were added to cell lysates.
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GO:0005515
protein binding
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IPI
PMID:18757373 Endoplasmic reticulum chaperone protein GRP-78 mediates endo... |
MARK AS OVER ANNOTATED |
Summary: IPI for protein binding based on interaction with DMP1 (dentin matrix protein 1). PMID:18757373 shows GRP78 mediates endocytosis of DMP1 at the cell surface. This represents BiP's cell-surface receptor function.
Reason: "Protein binding" is uninformative. This study demonstrates BiP acting as a cell surface receptor for DMP1 endocytosis, a non-canonical function distinct from its ER chaperone role. A more specific term would be needed to capture this receptor function.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:18757373
cellular uptake of DMP1 occurs through endocytosis. Interestingly, this process is initiated by DMP1 binding to the glucose-regulated protein-78 (GRP-78) localized on the plasma membrane of preodontoblast cells.
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GO:0005515
protein binding
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IPI
PMID:9714535 Oligomerization properties of ERp29, an endoplasmic reticulu... |
MARK AS OVER ANNOTATED |
Summary: IPI for protein binding based on interaction with ERp29 (P52555). PMID:9714535 shows ERp29 interacts with BiP/GRP78 in the ER. ERp29 is another ER-resident protein involved in protein folding/secretion.
Reason: "Protein binding" is uninformative. The interaction with ERp29 likely reflects ER chaperone complex formation. The ER chaperone complex annotation (GO:0034663) already captures this aspect. More specific binding terms would be preferable.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:9714535
ERp29 interacts with a number of ER proteins, one of which was previously identified as BiP/GRP78.
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GO:0005515
protein binding
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IPI
PMID:12514190 Cloning and characterization of a novel GRP78-binding protei... |
MARK AS OVER ANNOTATED |
Summary: IPI for protein binding based on interaction with TMEM132A (GBP, GRP78- binding protein). PMID:12514190 identified TMEM132A as a novel GRP78- binding protein in the rat brain using GST pull-down assay.
Reason: "Protein binding" is uninformative. The interaction with TMEM132A may relate to BiP's role in neuronal cell survival during development, but a more specific binding term is needed. The study used GST pull-down which demonstrates physical interaction but protein binding is too vague.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:12514190
we performed a GST-tagged GBP pull-down assay in PC12 lysates and identified GRP78, one of the heat shock proteins, as a counterpart.
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GO:0005788
endoplasmic reticulum lumen
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from RGD based on human HSPA5 (P11021). ER lumen is the primary subcellular location for BiP. Consistent with IBA and IEA annotations.
Reason: ER lumen is the primary location for BiP. This ISO is redundant with the IBA and IEA annotations but correctly reflects the primary subcellular location.
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GO:0140311
protein sequestering activity
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for protein sequestering activity. This likely relates to BiP's ability to sequester/bind IRE1 and PERK luminal domains, preventing their activation in the unstressed ER. BiP also oligomerizes to sequester itself when not needed.
Reason: Protein sequestering activity accurately captures BiP's function of binding and sequestering UPR sensor proteins (IRE1, PERK) to keep them inactive. UniProt describes BiP binding and inactivating both PERK and IRE1 in unstressed conditions, and BiP self-oligomerization as a storage mechanism.
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GO:1903894
regulation of IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR. BiP binds the luminal domain of IRE1 (recruited by DNAJB9/ERdj4), preventing dimerization and activation. Upon misfolded protein accumulation, BiP releases from IRE1.
Reason: Regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR is a core function of BiP. UniProt states BiP is "recruited by DNAJB9/ERdj4 to the luminal region of ERN1/IRE1, leading to disrupt the dimerization of ERN1/IRE1, thereby inactivating ERN1/IRE1."
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GO:0030291
protein serine/threonine kinase inhibitor activity
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for protein Ser/Thr kinase inhibitor activity. This refers to BiP's ability to bind and inhibit PERK (EIF2AK3), a Ser/Thr kinase that phosphorylates eIF2alpha during the UPR.
Reason: BiP directly binds and inhibits PERK, a serine/threonine kinase. UniProt states BiP "binds and inactivates EIF2AK3/PERK in unstressed cells." This is a specific, well-characterized molecular function.
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GO:1903898
negative regulation of PERK-mediated unfolded protein response
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5. BiP binds PERK luminal domain, preventing its homodimerization and activation. Release of BiP from PERK allows PERK activation during ER stress.
Reason: Negative regulation of PERK-mediated UPR is a core function of BiP. UniProt states BiP binds and inactivates PERK, and "Accumulation of misfolded protein in the endoplasmic reticulum causes release of HSPA5/BiP from [...] EIF2AK3/PERK, allowing their homodimerization and subsequent activation."
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GO:0044183
protein folding chaperone
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 (MGI:95835) for protein folding chaperone activity. Redundant with the IBA annotation. This is the core molecular function.
Reason: Protein folding chaperone is the core MF for BiP. This ISO is consistent with the IBA and with UniProt functional description.
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GO:0016887
ATP hydrolysis activity
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ISS
GO_REF:0000024 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISS based on C. elegans BiP ortholog (G3I8R9) for ATP hydrolysis activity. Redundant with IBA and IEA annotations. Core enzymatic function.
Reason: ATP hydrolysis is a core function. This ISS is consistent with other evidence codes for the same term.
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GO:0031333
negative regulation of protein-containing complex assembly
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ISS
GO_REF:0000024 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISS based on C. elegans BiP. This likely refers to BiP's ability to prevent premature assembly or aggregation of protein complexes through its chaperone activity, or its role in preventing IRE1/PERK dimerization.
Reason: While BiP does prevent IRE1 and PERK dimerization (a form of negative regulation of complex assembly), this is a broad term. The more specific terms for IRE1 and PERK regulation are also annotated. This annotation could also reflect prevention of protein aggregation. Acceptable but not core.
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GO:0005524
ATP binding
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for ATP binding. Redundant with IEA annotation. Core function with well-documented binding sites in UniProt.
Reason: ATP binding is fundamental to BiP's chaperone cycle. UniProt documents multiple ATP binding sites. Consistent with other evidence codes.
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GO:0005737
cytoplasm
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for cytoplasm. Redundant with IBA and IEA annotations. Secondary localization.
Reason: Cytoplasm is a secondary localization for BiP. Consistent with other evidence codes.
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GO:0031204
post-translational protein targeting to membrane, translocation
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ISS
GO_REF:0000024 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISS based on human HSPA5 for post-translational translocation. UniProt states BiP "Plays an auxiliary role in post-translational transport of small presecretory proteins across endoplasmic reticulum (ER)."
Reason: BiP has a documented role in post-translational translocation of small presecretory proteins across the ER membrane, functioning as an allosteric modulator of the SEC61 translocon and cooperating with SEC62.
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GO:0031204
post-translational protein targeting to membrane, translocation
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate of the ISS annotation for the same process. Same rationale applies.
Reason: Post-translational translocation is a documented function of BiP. This ISO is redundant with the ISS but uses different reference basis.
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GO:0005739
mitochondrion
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for mitochondrial localization. BiP is found at the MAM (mitochondrion-associated ER membrane) where it interacts with Sigma-1 receptor (PMID:17981125). This is technically ER membrane apposed to mitochondria rather than true mitochondrial localization.
Reason: BiP's association with mitochondria is indirect, via the MAM contact sites. PMID:17981125 shows BiP complexes with Sigma-1 receptor at the MAM. This is more accurately described as ER membrane localization at MAM contact sites rather than mitochondrial localization per se.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:17981125
Sig-1Rs form a complex at MAM with another chaperone, BiP.
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GO:0005829
cytosol
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ISS
GO_REF:0000024 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISS based on human HSPA5 for cytosol localization. BiP may be released from ER to cytosol under stress conditions or during apoptosis.
Reason: Cytosolic localization is not a primary location for BiP. It may occur under stress or pathological conditions. Not a core compartment.
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GO:0005829
cytosol
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for cytosol. Redundant with ISS annotation.
Reason: Cytosol is not a primary location for BiP. Redundant with ISS annotation.
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GO:0036498
IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for IRE1-mediated UPR. BiP is a central regulator of IRE1 signaling by binding its luminal domain.
Reason: BiP's involvement in the IRE1 pathway is well established. This is related to but more specific than the general ER UPR annotation.
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GO:0030968
endoplasmic reticulum unfolded protein response
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for ER UPR. Redundant with IBA annotation. Core biological process for BiP.
Reason: ER UPR is a core process for BiP. Consistent with IBA and other annotations.
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GO:1903895
negative regulation of IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response
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ISS
GO_REF:0000024 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISS based on C. elegans BiP for negative regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR. BiP binds IRE1 luminal domain (recruited by ERdj4), preventing its dimerization and activation.
Reason: Negative regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR is a well-established function of BiP. UniProt states BiP disrupts IRE1 dimerization by binding its luminal region.
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GO:0032991
protein-containing complex
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for protein-containing complex. Very broad localization term. BiP forms multiple complexes in the ER.
Reason: While accurate (BiP forms many complexes), this term is very broad and uninformative. The more specific ER chaperone complex annotation (GO:0034663) is more appropriate.
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GO:0034663
endoplasmic reticulum chaperone complex
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from mouse and human HSPA5. Redundant with IBA annotation for ER chaperone complex. Core complex membership.
Reason: ER chaperone complex is a well-documented localization. Consistent with IBA annotation.
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GO:0005886
plasma membrane
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for plasma membrane localization. BiP has been found at the cell surface/plasma membrane in various contexts, where it can serve as a receptor for extracellular ligands.
Reason: Plasma membrane localization is a non-canonical, secondary location for BiP, observed particularly in cancer cells and in specific physiological contexts. UniProt notes "Localizes to the cell surface in epithelial cells."
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GO:0005789
endoplasmic reticulum membrane
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from mouse and human HSPA5 for ER membrane localization. BiP associates with ER membranes through its interaction with the SEC61 translocon complex.
Reason: ER membrane association is consistent with BiP's role in post- translational translocation via the SEC61 channel and its interaction with transmembrane co-chaperones.
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GO:0019899
enzyme binding
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for enzyme binding. BiP interacts with various enzymes in the ER including protein disulfide isomerases and the serine/threonine kinase PERK.
Reason: Enzyme binding is a broad term. BiP does interact with enzymes (PDIs, PERK, IRE1), but more specific terms capture these interactions better. The protein Ser/Thr kinase inhibitor activity annotation already covers the PERK interaction.
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GO:0030335
positive regulation of cell migration
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ISS
GO_REF:0000024 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISS based on human HSPA5 for positive regulation of cell migration. UniProt notes interaction with CEMIP that "induces calcium leakage from the endoplasmic reticulum and cell migration."
Reason: Positive regulation of cell migration is a downstream effect of BiP's interaction with CEMIP rather than a direct function. This is a secondary, pleiotropic effect and not a core function of the ER chaperone.
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GO:0035437
maintenance of protein localization in endoplasmic reticulum
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ISS
GO_REF:0000024 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISS based on human HSPA5. BiP helps maintain ER protein homeostasis by retaining properly folded and misfolded proteins in the ER through its chaperone activity.
Reason: Maintenance of protein localization in the ER is a direct consequence of BiP's chaperone function. BiP binds and retains incompletely folded or misfolded proteins in the ER until they are properly folded or directed to ERAD.
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GO:0030335
positive regulation of cell migration
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate of ISS annotation. Same rationale.
Reason: Same as ISS annotation -- cell migration regulation is a secondary, pleiotropic effect.
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GO:0035437
maintenance of protein localization in endoplasmic reticulum
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate of ISS annotation. Same rationale.
Reason: Maintenance of ER protein localization is a core function. Consistent with ISS annotation.
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GO:0016887
ATP hydrolysis activity
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for ATP hydrolysis activity. Redundant with IBA, IEA, and ISS annotations. Core enzymatic function.
Reason: ATP hydrolysis is a core function. This ISO is consistent with multiple other evidence codes for the same term.
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GO:0005793
endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
KEEP AS NON CORE |
Summary: ISO from mouse and human HSPA5 for ERGIC localization. BiP can transit through the ERGIC as part of the secretory pathway, though its KDEL signal retrieves it back to the ER.
Reason: ERGIC localization represents transit through the secretory pathway before KDEL-mediated retrieval. It is not a primary functional compartment for BiP but is consistent with its known trafficking.
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GO:0005634
nucleus
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for nuclear localization. Redundant with IBA annotation. Not a primary location for BiP.
Reason: Nuclear localization is not a primary compartment for BiP. Same rationale as IBA annotation.
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GO:0005783
endoplasmic reticulum
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for ER localization. This is the primary organelle for BiP, though the more specific ER lumen term is preferred.
Reason: ER is the primary organelle for BiP. This is a broader term than ER lumen but is accurate.
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GO:0043066
negative regulation of apoptotic process
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from human HSPA5. BiP has anti-apoptotic functions, particularly through its interactions with CCDC88B (opposing ERN1-mediated JNK activation) and CLU (stabilizing mitochondrial membrane integrity).
Reason: Anti-apoptotic function is a documented downstream effect of BiP's chaperone activity and UPR regulation. It is secondary to its core chaperone function but well-supported by multiple interaction studies documented in UniProt.
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GO:0071353
cellular response to interleukin-4
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for cellular response to IL-4. BiP expression may be modulated by IL-4, but this is a non-specific stimulus response rather than a core function.
Reason: Response to IL-4 is a stimulus-response annotation based on expression changes. Not a core function of BiP.
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GO:0008180
COP9 signalosome
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
UNDECIDED |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for COP9 signalosome localization. This is unexpected for an ER chaperone. The COP9 signalosome is a cytoplasmic/ nuclear complex involved in protein degradation regulation. BiP's association may be indirect or context-dependent.
Reason: COP9 signalosome localization is surprising for an ER-resident chaperone. This may represent a non-canonical interaction or an over-annotation. Without access to the primary evidence for the human ortholog annotation, it is difficult to assess whether this is accurate for BiP.
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GO:0019904
protein domain specific binding
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for protein domain specific binding. BiP binds specific domains of its interacting partners (e.g., luminal domains of IRE1 and PERK, J-domains of co-chaperones).
Reason: While BiP does bind specific protein domains, this is a broad binding term. More specific MF annotations already capture BiP's key binding interactions (protein Ser/Thr kinase inhibitor, heat shock protein binding, etc.).
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GO:0051787
misfolded protein binding
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human and mouse HSPA5 for misfolded protein binding. BiP binds misfolded proteins as part of ER quality control. Consistent with IEA and IDA annotations.
Reason: Misfolded protein binding is a core function of BiP in ER quality control. Consistent with IDA annotation (PMID:23444373).
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GO:0030496
midbody
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from human HSPA5 for midbody localization. The midbody is a transient structure during cell division. BiP's presence there may reflect ER distribution during mitosis.
Reason: Midbody localization is unexpected for an ER chaperone and likely reflects ER redistribution during cell division rather than a specific functional role at the midbody.
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GO:0031625
ubiquitin protein ligase binding
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5. BiP interacts with ubiquitin ligase components in the ERAD pathway, facilitating transfer of misfolded substrates for ubiquitination and degradation.
Reason: BiP interacts with ERAD E3 ubiquitin ligases as part of its role in quality control. UniProt documents interaction with SYVN1 (HRD1) complex components. This is consistent with the ERAD pathway annotation.
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GO:0021589
cerebellum structural organization
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for cerebellum structural organization. Mouse Hspa5 knockout studies show cerebellar defects, likely due to loss of ER chaperone function in Purkinje cells.
Reason: Cerebellum structural organization is a developmental phenotype observed in BiP/GRP78 knockout mice. This is a downstream consequence of loss of ER chaperone function rather than a direct function of BiP. It reflects the importance of ER protein folding in cerebellar development.
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GO:0021680
cerebellar Purkinje cell layer development
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for Purkinje cell layer development. Related to cerebellum organization annotation. Mouse knockout phenotype.
Reason: Purkinje cell layer development is a specific developmental phenotype from mouse knockout studies. This is a downstream consequence of BiP's essential ER chaperone function in highly secretory Purkinje cells, not a direct function.
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GO:0031398
positive regulation of protein ubiquitination
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5. BiP facilitates ubiquitination of misfolded substrates by presenting them to ERAD E3 ligases.
Reason: Positive regulation of protein ubiquitination is an indirect consequence of BiP's role in ERAD -- by binding and presenting misfolded proteins to the ubiquitination machinery. The ERAD pathway annotation (GO:0036503) already captures this more accurately.
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GO:0009986
cell surface
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for cell surface localization. Redundant with IEA annotation. Non-canonical secondary location.
Reason: Cell surface is a non-canonical secondary location. Consistent with IEA annotation.
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GO:0030512
negative regulation of transforming growth factor beta receptor signaling pathway
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5. BiP may regulate TGF-beta receptor signaling through its chaperone activity in the ER, affecting receptor folding or trafficking.
Reason: TGF-beta receptor signaling regulation is a pleiotropic downstream effect. BiP may affect TGF-beta receptor processing in the ER, but this is not a core function of the chaperone.
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GO:0042149
cellular response to glucose starvation
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from human HSPA5. BiP/GRP78 was originally identified as a glucose-regulated protein (GRP78) -- its expression is strongly induced by glucose starvation, which triggers ER stress.
Reason: Response to glucose starvation is historically one of the defining features of GRP78 (glucose-regulated protein 78). BiP was named GRP78 precisely because of its robust induction by glucose deprivation. This is a well-established response.
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GO:0006983
ER overload response
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for ER overload response. BiP is involved in managing ER stress including protein overload situations.
Reason: ER overload response is closely related to the UPR and BiP's core function in ER protein quality control. BiP is a key component of the cellular response to ER overload.
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GO:0043022
ribosome binding
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: ISO from mouse Hspa5 for ribosome binding. BiP has been reported to interact with ribosomes at the ER membrane, possibly in the context of co-translational translocation and nascent chain binding.
Reason: Ribosome binding may reflect BiP's association with the ER translocon during co-translational import or its binding to nascent polypeptides as they emerge from the ribosome into the ER lumen. This is secondary to its primary chaperone function.
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GO:0043025
neuronal cell body
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IDA
PMID:26088419 Activity-induced synaptic delivery of the GluN2A-containing ... |
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Summary: IDA for neuronal cell body localization based on PMID:26088419, which demonstrated BiP in neuronal cell bodies using immunofluorescence. The study showed BiP selectively interacts with GluN2A NMDA receptor subunits in dendritic ER.
Reason: Neuronal cell body localization reflects the ER distribution within neurons. BiP is present in the ER throughout the cell body. This is a cell-type-specific localization consistent with ER presence.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:26088419
Bip, an endoplasmic reticulum (ER) chaperone, selectively interacted with GluN2A and mediated the neuronal activity-induced assembly and synaptic incorporation of the GluN2A-containing NMDAR from dendritic ER.
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GO:0043198
dendritic shaft
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IDA
PMID:26088419 Activity-induced synaptic delivery of the GluN2A-containing ... |
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Summary: IDA for dendritic shaft localization from PMID:26088419. BiP was detected in dendritic ER where it facilitates GluN2A-containing NMDA receptor assembly and trafficking.
Reason: Dendritic shaft localization reflects ER presence in dendrites. The ER extends into dendrites and BiP is present there. This is a neuron-specific subcellular localization consistent with ER distribution, not a unique targeting.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:26088419
Bip, an endoplasmic reticulum (ER) chaperone, selectively interacted with GluN2A and mediated the neuronal activity-induced assembly and synaptic incorporation of the GluN2A-containing NMDAR from dendritic ER.
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GO:0016020
membrane
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IDA
PMID:23444373 SDF2L1 interacts with the ER-associated degradation machiner... |
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Summary: IDA for membrane localization from PMID:23444373. BiP was found in membrane fractions in the context of SDF2L1/BiP/ERAD machinery interactions in pancreatic beta-cells.
Reason: Membrane association is consistent with BiP's interaction with ER membrane-associated ERAD machinery. The IDA from a study of BiP-ERAD interactions provides direct evidence.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:23444373
Immunoprecipitation and binding assays demonstrated that SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP, the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) machinery and with misfolded proinsulin.
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GO:0034976
response to endoplasmic reticulum stress
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IDA
PMID:23444373 SDF2L1 interacts with the ER-associated degradation machiner... |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IDA for response to ER stress from PMID:23444373. The study used SDF2L1/BiP interactions in the context of ER stress induced by misfolded proinsulin in pancreatic beta-cells.
Reason: Response to ER stress is a core function of BiP. This IDA directly demonstrates BiP's involvement in ER stress response in the context of misfolded protein accumulation.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:23444373
SDF2L1 protein levels are increased in response to ER stress-inducing compounds [...] SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP
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GO:0051787
misfolded protein binding
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IDA
PMID:23444373 SDF2L1 interacts with the ER-associated degradation machiner... |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IDA for misfolded protein binding from PMID:23444373. The study demonstrated that BiP binds misfolded proinsulin in pancreatic beta-cells as part of the ERAD quality control process.
Reason: Misfolded protein binding is directly demonstrated in this study. BiP was shown to interact with misfolded proinsulin, consistent with its established role in ER quality control.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:23444373
SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP, the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) machinery and with misfolded proinsulin.
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GO:0005790
smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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IDA
PMID:22665516 An interaction map of endoplasmic reticulum chaperones and f... |
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Summary: IDA for smooth ER localization from PMID:22665516, the ER chaperone/ foldase interaction map study. BiP was detected in smooth ER fractions.
Reason: BiP is primarily associated with the rough ER where protein folding occurs. Smooth ER localization may reflect ER continuity or specific functions in lipid-rich ER domains. Not a primary functional compartment but supported by direct evidence.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:22665516
we have mapped interactions between ER-lumenal chaperones and foldases and describe their organization in multiprotein complexes
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GO:0005783
endoplasmic reticulum
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IDA
PMID:19474315 UBXD4, a UBX-containing protein, regulates the cell surface ... |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IDA for ER localization from PMID:19474315. The study on UBXD4 and nicotinic receptor trafficking found BiP in the ER, consistent with its known localization.
Reason: ER localization is the primary and well-established compartment for BiP. This IDA provides additional direct evidence.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:19474315
Biochemical and immunofluorescence studies of endogenous UBXD4 showed that the protein is located in both the ER and cis-Golgi compartments.
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GO:0005783
endoplasmic reticulum
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: ISO from mouse/human Hspa5 for ER. An additional ISO entry for ER localization. Redundant with IDA above.
Reason: ER is the primary organelle. Consistent with IDA and other evidence.
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GO:0005788
endoplasmic reticulum lumen
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: Additional ISO entry from mouse Hspa5 for ER lumen. Redundant with IBA, IEA, and another ISO annotation.
Reason: ER lumen is the primary location. This is a duplicate ISO entry from a different source.
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GO:0051787
misfolded protein binding
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: Additional ISO from mouse Hspa5. Redundant with IDA and IEA annotations for misfolded protein binding.
Reason: Misfolded protein binding is a core function. This additional ISO is consistent with other evidence.
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GO:0034663
endoplasmic reticulum chaperone complex
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: Additional ISO from human HSPA5. Another duplicate for ER chaperone complex membership.
Reason: ER chaperone complex membership is well established. This is a third entry (with IBA and another ISO) for the same term.
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GO:0001554
luteolysis
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IEP
PMID:25332219 Endoplasmic reticulum stress-mediated apoptotic pathway is i... |
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Summary: IEP for luteolysis based on expression changes during corpus luteum regression. PMID:25332219 showed GRP78 expression changes during ER stress-mediated apoptosis in corpus luteum regression.
Reason: BiP expression changes during luteolysis reflect ER stress-mediated apoptosis in luteal cells. This is not a direct function of BiP but rather a tissue-specific expression pattern. IEP evidence only shows expression correlation, not direct involvement.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:25332219
The ERS markers glucose-regulated protein 78 (Grp78), CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein homologous protein (CHOP) [...] were analyzed by real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and immunohistochemistry
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GO:0051402
neuron apoptotic process
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IEP
PMID:9058202 Induction of Bip mRNA upon programmed cell death of differen... |
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Summary: IEP for neuron apoptotic process. PMID:9058202 showed BiP mRNA induction during programmed cell death of differentiated PC12 cells and rat sympathetic neurons after NGF withdrawal.
Reason: BiP mRNA induction during neuronal apoptosis is an expression correlation. PMID:9058202 notes "selective induction of Bip mRNA may play an important role in the programmed cell death of neurons" but also notes "Bip mRNA induction is not sufficient for neuronal death" (thapsigargin induced BiP but not death). IEP evidence only.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:9058202
expression of the Bip (immunoglobulin heavy chain binding protein)/GRP78 (glucose regulated protein 78) gene is markedly enhanced specifically among the heat shock protein (HSP) 70 gene family during the neuronal cell death of PC12 (22a) cells
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GO:0071277
cellular response to calcium ion
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IEP
PMID:9058202 Induction of Bip mRNA upon programmed cell death of differen... |
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Summary: IEP for cellular response to calcium ion. PMID:9058202 showed that alterations of intracellular calcium homeostasis (A23187, BAPTA) induced BiP mRNA expression.
Reason: BiP expression is induced by calcium perturbations, likely because calcium dysregulation triggers ER stress. This is an IEP expression correlation reflecting BiP's role as an ER stress marker rather than a direct calcium-responsive function.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:9058202
Alterations of intracellular calcium homeostasis thus appear to induce Bip mRNA expression as well as apoptosis in PC12 (22a) cells.
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GO:0071320
cellular response to cAMP
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IEP
PMID:9058202 Induction of Bip mRNA upon programmed cell death of differen... |
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Summary: IEP for cellular response to cAMP. PMID:9058202 showed cAMP suppressed BiP mRNA induction during NGF-deprivation-dependent neuronal cell death.
Reason: BiP expression modulation by cAMP is an IEP expression correlation in the context of neuronal survival signaling. cAMP suppresses the apoptotic program that induces BiP. This is an indirect relationship.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:9058202
The Bip mRNA induction is suppressed when the NGF-deprivation-dependent cell death of PC12 (22a) cells is inhibited by cAMP, cycloheximide or high K+.
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GO:0010976
positive regulation of neuron projection development
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IMP
PMID:10936191 Facilitatory roles of novel compounds designed from cyclopen... |
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Summary: IMP for positive regulation of neuron projection development. PMID:10936191 showed that BiP overexpression via adenoviral gene transfer promoted neurite outgrowth by NGF, and antisense oligonucleotides against BiP blocked cyclopentenone PG-promoted neurite outgrowth.
Reason: BiP promotes neurite outgrowth in PC12 cells in an IMP study. This likely reflects BiP's ER chaperone role in processing secretory/membrane proteins needed for neurite growth, rather than a direct neurite-promoting activity. Still, the IMP evidence is stronger than IEP.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:10936191
Antisense nucleotides for BiP/GRP78 gene blocked the promotion of neurite outgrowth; BiP/GRP78 protein level increased in response to NEPPs; and overexpression of BiP/GRP78 protein by adenoviral gene transfer promoted the neurite outgrowth by NGF.
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GO:0030182
neuron differentiation
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IEP
PMID:19322020 Induction of unfolded protein response during neuronal induc... |
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Summary: IEP for neuron differentiation. PMID:19322020 found UPR induction (including BiP upregulation) during neuronal differentiation of bone marrow stromal cells and embryonic stem cells.
Reason: BiP induction during neuronal differentiation is an expression correlation reflecting the high secretory demands of differentiating neurons that trigger the UPR. IEP evidence only.
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GO:0034976
response to endoplasmic reticulum stress
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IEP
PMID:22189689 Thapsigargin down-regulates protein levels of GRP78/BiP in I... |
ACCEPT |
Summary: IEP for response to ER stress. PMID:22189689 showed BiP/GRP78 protein levels decrease after thapsigargin treatment in INS-1E cells, paradoxically, due to combined reduced synthesis and enhanced degradation.
Reason: Response to ER stress is a core function of BiP. This IEP adds nuance -- showing BiP protein can decrease under severe ER stress in certain cell types, even as it is transcriptionally induced.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:22189689
We have observed an unexpected decrease in chaperone protein level in the beta-cell model INS-1E after exposure to the ER stress inducing agent thapsigargin.
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GO:1904313
response to methamphetamine hydrochloride
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IEP
PMID:19826936 Proteomic analysis reveals differentially expressed proteins... |
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Summary: IEP for response to methamphetamine. PMID:19826936 found differentially expressed proteins including BiP in rat frontal cortex after methamphetamine treatment, likely reflecting methamphetamine-induced ER stress.
Reason: BiP expression change in response to methamphetamine reflects drug-induced ER stress. This is a specific stimulus-response annotation based on expression patterns. Not a core function.
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GO:1990090
cellular response to nerve growth factor stimulus
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IEP
PMID:10936191 Facilitatory roles of novel compounds designed from cyclopen... |
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Summary: IEP for cellular response to NGF. PMID:10936191 showed BiP protein levels increase in response to cyclopentenone PGs that enhance NGF-promoted neurite outgrowth.
Reason: BiP expression modulation in the context of NGF signaling is an expression correlation. The study shows BiP is induced by cyclopentenone PGs in NGF-treated cells.
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:10936191
BiP/GRP78 protein level increased in response to NEPPs
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GO:0042220
response to cocaine
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IEP
PMID:17849098 Cocaine increases immunoglobulin heavy chain binding protein... |
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Summary: IEP for response to cocaine. PMID:17849098 found increased BiP expression in the rat dorsal striatum after cocaine administration, likely reflecting cocaine-induced ER stress.
Reason: BiP induction by cocaine reflects drug-induced ER stress in striatal neurons. IEP expression correlation, not a direct function.
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GO:0071466
cellular response to xenobiotic stimulus
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IEP
PMID:18757512 Effect of an inducer of BiP, a molecular chaperone, on endop... |
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Summary: IEP for cellular response to xenobiotic stimulus. PMID:18757512 studied BiP induction in retinal cells by an ER stress inducer, showing protective effects.
Reason: BiP induction in response to xenobiotic stimuli reflects its role as an ER stress-responsive protein. IEP expression pattern.
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GO:0071480
cellular response to gamma radiation
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IEP
PMID:20470193 ER stress induced by ionising radiation in IEC-6 cells. |
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Summary: IEP for cellular response to gamma radiation. PMID:20470193 found ER stress including BiP expression changes after ionising radiation in IEC-6 cells.
Reason: BiP expression change after gamma radiation reflects radiation- induced ER stress. IEP expression correlation.
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GO:0097501
stress response to metal ion
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IEP
PMID:17915553 Activation profiles of HSPA5 during the glomerular mesangial... |
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Summary: IEP for stress response to metal ion. PMID:17915553 studied BiP/HSPA5 activation profiles during glomerular mesangial cell stress response to chemical injury including metal ions.
Reason: BiP activation by metal ion stress reflects ER stress induction. IEP expression pattern, not a direct metal-binding or metal- response function.
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GO:0071287
cellular response to manganese ion
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IEP
PMID:23934647 α-Synuclein is involved in manganese-induced ER stress via P... |
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Summary: IEP for cellular response to manganese ion. PMID:23934647 found manganese activates the PERK pathway and induces ER stress markers including BiP in organotypic brain slice cultures.
Reason: BiP induction by manganese reflects manganese-induced ER stress via the PERK pathway. IEP expression correlation.
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GO:0071236
cellular response to antibiotic
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IEP
PMID:19332540 Palmitate induces insulin resistance in H4IIEC3 hepatocytes ... |
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Summary: IEP for cellular response to antibiotic. PMID:19332540 studied palmitate-induced insulin resistance and ER stress in H4IIEC3 hepatocytes. The annotation may relate to antimycin A or other agents used in the study that also affect ER function.
Reason: BiP expression change in response to antibiotic treatment likely reflects drug-induced ER stress. IEP expression pattern.
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GO:0051082
unfolded protein binding
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IPI
PMID:11884402 Identification of ERp29, an endoplasmic reticulum lumenal pr... |
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Summary: IPI for unfolded protein binding based on interaction with denatured thyroglobulin-Sepharose. PMID:11884402 showed BiP associates with ERp29 and thyroglobulin in ER chaperone complexes, with preferential association with urea-denatured Tg-Sepharose. Per the UPB project decision rules for HSP70 family, this should be MODIFIED to GO:0044183 (protein folding chaperone), as BiP is an ER foldase.
Reason: Per the UPB project (UNFOLDED_PROTEIN_BINDING.md), HSP70 family members are context-dependent foldase/holdase proteins. The decision rule for HSP70 is: MODIFY GO:0051082 to GO:0044183 (protein folding chaperone). BiP is specifically an ER foldase that assists in protein folding and quality control. GO:0044183 is already annotated by IBA and ISO for this gene, so this annotation should be modified to match. The holdase aspect awaits the holdase NTR creation.
Proposed replacements:
protein folding chaperone
Supporting Evidence:
PMID:11884402
Preferential association with the urea-denatured Tg-Sepharose was indicative of either direct or circuitous ERp29/Tg interactions in a chaperone-like manner.
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GO:0005789
endoplasmic reticulum membrane
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
ACCEPT |
Summary: Additional ISO from human HSPA5 for ER membrane. Duplicate ISO entry for ER membrane localization.
Reason: ER membrane association is consistent with BiP's role at the translocon and with membrane-bound ERAD components.
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GO:0005793
endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment
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ISO
GO_REF:0000121 |
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Summary: Additional ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate entry for ERGIC.
Reason: ERGIC is a transit compartment. Consistent with other ISO entry.
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Exported on March 22, 2026 at 12:56 AM
Organism: Rattus norvegicus
Sequence:
MKFTVVAAALLLLCAVRAEEEDKKEDVGTVVGIDLGTTYSCVGVFKNGRVEIIANDQGNRITPSYVAFTPEGERLIGDAAKNQLTSNPENTVFDAKRLIGRTWNDPSVQQDIKFLPFKVVEKKTKPYIQVDIGGGQTKTFAPEEISAMVLTKMKETAEAYLGKKVTHAVVTVPAYFNDAQRQATKDAGTIAGLNVMRIINEPTAAAIAYGLDKREGEKNILVFDLGGGTFDVSLLTIDNGVFEVVATNGDTHLGGEDFDQRVMEHFIKLYKKKTGKDVRKDNRAVQKLRREVEKAKRALSSQHQARIEIESFFEGEDFSETLTRAKFEELNMDLFRSTMKPVQKVLEDSDLKKSDIDEIVLVGGSTRIPKIQQLVKEFFNGKEPSRGINPDEAVAYGAAVQAGVLSGDQDTGDLVLLDVCPLTLGIETVGGVMTKLIPRNTVVPTKKSQIFSTASDNQPTVTIKVYEGERPLTKDNHLLGTFDLTGIPPAPRGVPQIEVTFEIDVNGILRVTAEDKGTGNKNKITITNDQNRLTPEEIERMVNDAEKFAEEDKKLKERIDTRNELESYAYSLKNQIGDKEKLGGKLSPEDKETMEKAVEEKIEWLESHQDADIEDFKAKKKELEEIVQPIISKLYGSGGPPPTGEEDTSEKDEL
I begin with the InterPro architecture. The N-terminal half is dominated by IPR043129 (ATPase, nucleotide binding domain homologous superfamily, residues 28–407) and the ER-specific refinement IPR042050 (Endoplasmic reticulum chaperone BiP, nucleotide-binding domain, residues 28–405). This bipartite ATPase core is characteristic of Hsp70 systems and establishes an ATP-driven conformational engine. The overall identity is reinforced by IPR013126 (Heat shock protein 70 family, residues 30–635) and the catalytic/structural hallmark IPR018181 (Heat shock protein 70, conserved site, residues 33–373), which together specify an ATPase that cycles between open and closed states. Immediately downstream lies IPR029047 (Heat shock protein 70kD, peptide-binding domain superfamily, residues 409–566), followed by IPR029048 (Heat shock protein 70kD, C-terminal domain superfamily, residues 560–642). This ordered layout—ATPase domain leading into a peptide-binding module and a C-terminal lid—creates a canonical Hsp70 chaperone machine: ATP binding and hydrolysis in the N-terminal nucleotide-binding domain allosterically control substrate capture and release within the peptide-binding domain.
This domain architecture dictates molecular function. The Hsp70-family signatures and ATPase core (IPR043129, IPR042050, IPR013126, IPR018181) cause tight, ATP-regulated binding to exposed hydrophobic segments of non-native polypeptides, which is the essence of GO:0051082 unfolded protein binding. The peptide-binding and C-terminal domains (IPR029047, IPR029048) stabilize client engagement, while the ATPase cycle drives iterative folding and release.
From this activity, the biological process follows. An ER-resident Hsp70 chaperone mediates protein folding, assembly, and quality control within the secretory pathway. By stabilizing nascent and stress-denatured chains and coordinating their maturation, it drives GO:0006457 protein folding. In the ER context, this folding axis is central to maintaining proteostasis and buffering secretory pathway stress.
Cellular location is implied both by the ER-specialized nucleotide-binding domain (IPR042050) and by the soluble chaperone architecture lacking transmembrane segments. These features position the protein as a soluble resident of the endoplasmic reticulum, consistent with GO:0005783 endoplasmic reticulum and the stated ER localization.
Mechanistically, the protein operates as an ATP-fueled clamp: ATP binding opens the chaperone for rapid client exchange; ATP hydrolysis triggers high-affinity substrate capture via the peptide-binding domain; nucleotide exchange resets the cycle. In the ER, this cycle coordinates with co-chaperones that accelerate hydrolysis and nucleotide exchange and with lectin pathways that triage terminally misfolded clients. I therefore hypothesize functional coupling to ER co-chaperone systems (e.g., GRP170/HYOU1 and nucleotide-exchange factors), to ER-resident Hsp90 machinery (DNAJB10/TEN mallikostase), and to the calnexin/calreticulin cycle (CANX/CALR), collectively integrating folding, glycoprotein proofreading, and disposal pathways downstream of the ER.
An endoplasmic reticulum-resident Hsp70 chaperone that uses an ATP-driven cycle to bind and release exposed hydrophobic segments on non-native polypeptides, thereby promoting folding, assembly, and quality control of secretory pathway proteins. Its nucleotide-binding engine allosterically controls a peptide-binding clamp that stabilizes transient folding intermediates, coordinating with ER co-chaperones and glycoprotein-assisted pathways to maintain proteostasis within the endoplasmic reticulum.
Endoplasmic reticulum chaperone that binds unfolded, misfolded and aggregated proteins thereby assisting protein folding and refolding of denatured proteins. Its role in a wide variety of cellular events must be traced to its chaperone function (By similarity).
IPR043129, homologous_superfamily) — residues 28-407IPR042050, domain) — residues 28-405IPR013126, family) — residues 30-635IPR018181, conserved_site) — residues 33-373IPR029047, homologous_superfamily) — residues 409-566IPR029048, homologous_superfamily) — residues 560-642Molecular Function: molecular_function (GO:0003674), binding (GO:0005488), protein binding (GO:0005515), misfolded protein binding (GO:0051787), unfolded protein binding (GO:0051082)
Biological Process: biological_process (GO:0008150), positive regulation of biological process (GO:0048518), regulation of biological process (GO:0050789), reproductive process (GO:0022414), reproduction (GO:0000003), multicellular organismal process (GO:0032501), biological regulation (GO:0065007), rhythmic process (GO:0048511), response to stimulus (GO:0050896), developmental process (GO:0032502), cellular process (GO:0009987), cellular developmental process (GO:0048869), response to abiotic stimulus (GO:0009628), anatomical structure development (GO:0048856), multicellular organism development (GO:0007275), response to chemical (GO:0042221), multicellular organism reproduction (GO:0032504), developmental process involved in reproduction (GO:0003006), ovulation cycle process (GO:0022602), ovulation cycle (GO:0042698), response to endogenous stimulus (GO:0009719), cell death (GO:0008219), regulation of cellular process (GO:0050794), cellular response to stimulus (GO:0051716), response to stress (GO:0006950), multicellular organismal reproductive process (GO:0048609), positive regulation of cellular process (GO:0048522), female sex differentiation (GO:0046660), programmed cell death (GO:0012501), response to radiation (GO:0009314), cell differentiation (GO:0030154), response to xenobiotic stimulus (GO:0009410), system development (GO:0048731), animal organ development (GO:0048513), response to growth factor (GO:0070848), cellular response to endogenous stimulus (GO:0071495), reproductive structure development (GO:0048608), response to oxygen-containing compound (GO:1901700), development of primary sexual characteristics (GO:0045137), positive regulation of cellular component organization (GO:0051130), response to organic substance (GO:0010033), stress response to metal ion (GO:0097501), neuron death (GO:0070997), response to inorganic substance (GO:0010035), cellular response to environmental stimulus (GO:0104004), response to nitrogen compound (GO:1901698), cellular response to chemical stimulus (GO:0070887), cellular response to stress (GO:0033554), cellular response to abiotic stimulus (GO:0071214), response to antibiotic (GO:0046677), sex differentiation (GO:0007548), regulation of cellular component organization (GO:0051128), response to salt (GO:1902074), cellular response to radiation (GO:0071478), response to metal ion (GO:0010038), cellular response to organonitrogen compound (GO:0071417), response to organophosphorus (GO:0046683), reproductive system development (GO:0061458), cellular response to xenobiotic stimulus (GO:0071466), cellular response to antibiotic (GO:0071236), regulation of cell projection organization (GO:0031344), cellular response to organic substance (GO:0071310), response to nerve growth factor (GO:1990089), cellular response to salt (GO:1902075), cellular response to nitrogen compound (GO:1901699), gonad development (GO:0008406), response to endoplasmic reticulum stress (GO:0034976), neurogenesis (GO:0022008), response to cAMP (GO:0051591), response to calcium ion (GO:0051592), response to cocaine (GO:0042220), response to organonitrogen compound (GO:0010243), nervous system development (GO:0007399), development of primary female sexual characteristics (GO:0046545), neuron apoptotic process (GO:0051402), cellular response to inorganic substance (GO:0071241), positive regulation of cell projection organization (GO:0031346), apoptotic process (GO:0006915), response to organic cyclic compound (GO:0014070), response to ionizing radiation (GO:0010212), cellular response to oxygen-containing compound (GO:1901701), neuron differentiation (GO:0030182), cellular response to growth factor stimulus (GO:0071363), female gonad development (GO:0008585), response to alkaloid (GO:0043279), regulation of plasma membrane bounded cell projection organization (GO:0120035), cellular response to calcium ion (GO:0071277), cellular response to ionizing radiation (GO:0071479), response to amine (GO:0014075), positive regulation of neuron projection development (GO:0010976), cellular response to cAMP (GO:0071320), response to gamma radiation (GO:0010332), response to manganese ion (GO:0010042), cellular response to organic cyclic compound (GO:0071407), cellular response to metal ion (GO:0071248), cellular response to nerve growth factor stimulus (GO:1990090), generation of neurons (GO:0048699), response to purine-containing compound (GO:0014074), cellular response to manganese ion (GO:0071287), cellular response to gamma radiation (GO:0071480), regulation of neuron projection development (GO:0010975)
Cellular Component: cellular_component (GO:0005575), cellular anatomical entity (GO:0110165), intracellular anatomical structure (GO:0005622), organelle (GO:0043226), membrane (GO:0016020), cytoplasm (GO:0005737), endomembrane system (GO:0012505), mitochondrion (GO:0005739), endoplasmic reticulum (GO:0005783), intracellular organelle (GO:0043229), membrane-bounded organelle (GO:0043227), intracellular membrane-bounded organelle (GO:0043231), smooth endoplasmic reticulum (GO:0005790)
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Organism: Rattus norvegicus
Sequence:
MKFTVVAAALLLLCAVRAEEEDKKEDVGTVVGIDLGTTYSCVGVFKNGRVEIIANDQGNRITPSYVAFTPEGERLIGDAAKNQLTSNPENTVFDAKRLIGRTWNDPSVQQDIKFLPFKVVEKKTKPYIQVDIGGGQTKTFAPEEISAMVLTKMKETAEAYLGKKVTHAVVTVPAYFNDAQRQATKDAGTIAGLNVMRIINEPTAAAIAYGLDKREGEKNILVFDLGGGTFDVSLLTIDNGVFEVVATNGDTHLGGEDFDQRVMEHFIKLYKKKTGKDVRKDNRAVQKLRREVEKAKRALSSQHQARIEIESFFEGEDFSETLTRAKFEELNMDLFRSTMKPVQKVLEDSDLKKSDIDEIVLVGGSTRIPKIQQLVKEFFNGKEPSRGINPDEAVAYGAAVQAGVLSGDQDTGDLVLLDVCPLTLGIETVGGVMTKLIPRNTVVPTKKSQIFSTASDNQPTVTIKVYEGERPLTKDNHLLGTFDLTGIPPAPRGVPQIEVTFEIDVNGILRVTAEDKGTGNKNKITITNDQNRLTPEEIERMVNDAEKFAEEDKKLKERIDTRNELESYAYSLKNQIGDKEKLGGKLSPEDKETMEKAVEEKIEWLESHQDADIEDFKAKKKELEEIVQPIISKLYGSGGPPPTGEEDTSEKDEL
I begin with the InterPro architecture. The N-terminal half is dominated by IPR043129 (ATPase, nucleotide binding domain homologous superfamily, residues 28–407) and the ER-specific refinement IPR042050 (Endoplasmic reticulum chaperone BiP, nucleotide-binding domain, residues 28–405). This bipartite ATPase core is characteristic of Hsp70 systems and establishes an ATP-driven conformational engine. The overall identity is reinforced by IPR013126 (Heat shock protein 70 family, residues 30–635) and the catalytic/structural hallmark IPR018181 (Heat shock protein 70, conserved site, residues 33–373), which together specify an ATPase that cycles between open and closed states. Immediately downstream lies IPR029047 (Heat shock protein 70kD, peptide-binding domain superfamily, residues 409–566), followed by IPR029048 (Heat shock protein 70kD, C-terminal domain superfamily, residues 560–642). This ordered layout—ATPase domain leading into a peptide-binding module and a C-terminal lid—creates a canonical Hsp70 chaperone machine: ATP binding and hydrolysis in the N-terminal nucleotide-binding domain allosterically control substrate capture and release within the peptide-binding domain.
This domain architecture dictates molecular function. The Hsp70-family signatures and ATPase core (IPR043129, IPR042050, IPR013126, IPR018181) cause tight, ATP-regulated binding to exposed hydrophobic segments of non-native polypeptides, which is the essence of GO:0051082 unfolded protein binding. The peptide-binding and C-terminal domains (IPR029047, IPR029048) stabilize client engagement, while the ATPase cycle drives iterative folding and release.
From this activity, the biological process follows. An ER-resident Hsp70 chaperone mediates protein folding, assembly, and quality control within the secretory pathway. By stabilizing nascent and stress-denatured chains and coordinating their maturation, it drives GO:0006457 protein folding. In the ER context, this folding axis is central to maintaining proteostasis and buffering secretory pathway stress.
Cellular location is implied both by the ER-specialized nucleotide-binding domain (IPR042050) and by the soluble chaperone architecture lacking transmembrane segments. These features position the protein as a soluble resident of the endoplasmic reticulum, consistent with GO:0005783 endoplasmic reticulum and the stated ER localization.
Mechanistically, the protein operates as an ATP-fueled clamp: ATP binding opens the chaperone for rapid client exchange; ATP hydrolysis triggers high-affinity substrate capture via the peptide-binding domain; nucleotide exchange resets the cycle. In the ER, this cycle coordinates with co-chaperones that accelerate hydrolysis and nucleotide exchange and with lectin pathways that triage terminally misfolded clients. I therefore hypothesize functional coupling to ER co-chaperone systems (e.g., GRP170/HYOU1 and nucleotide-exchange factors), to ER-resident Hsp90 machinery (DNAJB10/TEN mallikostase), and to the calnexin/calreticulin cycle (CANX/CALR), collectively integrating folding, glycoprotein proofreading, and disposal pathways downstream of the ER.
An endoplasmic reticulum-resident Hsp70 chaperone that uses an ATP-driven cycle to bind and release exposed hydrophobic segments on non-native polypeptides, thereby promoting folding, assembly, and quality control of secretory pathway proteins. Its nucleotide-binding engine allosterically controls a peptide-binding clamp that stabilizes transient folding intermediates, coordinating with ER co-chaperones and glycoprotein-assisted pathways to maintain proteostasis within the endoplasmic reticulum.
Endoplasmic reticulum chaperone that binds unfolded, misfolded and aggregated proteins thereby assisting protein folding and refolding of denatured proteins. Its role in a wide variety of cellular events must be traced to its chaperone function (By similarity).
IPR043129, homologous_superfamily) — residues 28-407IPR042050, domain) — residues 28-405IPR013126, family) — residues 30-635IPR018181, conserved_site) — residues 33-373IPR029047, homologous_superfamily) — residues 409-566IPR029048, homologous_superfamily) — residues 560-642Molecular Function: molecular_function (GO:0003674), binding (GO:0005488), protein binding (GO:0005515), misfolded protein binding (GO:0051787), unfolded protein binding (GO:0051082)
Biological Process: biological_process (GO:0008150), positive regulation of biological process (GO:0048518), regulation of biological process (GO:0050789), reproductive process (GO:0022414), reproduction (GO:0000003), multicellular organismal process (GO:0032501), biological regulation (GO:0065007), rhythmic process (GO:0048511), response to stimulus (GO:0050896), developmental process (GO:0032502), cellular process (GO:0009987), cellular developmental process (GO:0048869), response to abiotic stimulus (GO:0009628), anatomical structure development (GO:0048856), multicellular organism development (GO:0007275), response to chemical (GO:0042221), multicellular organism reproduction (GO:0032504), developmental process involved in reproduction (GO:0003006), ovulation cycle process (GO:0022602), ovulation cycle (GO:0042698), response to endogenous stimulus (GO:0009719), cell death (GO:0008219), regulation of cellular process (GO:0050794), cellular response to stimulus (GO:0051716), response to stress (GO:0006950), multicellular organismal reproductive process (GO:0048609), positive regulation of cellular process (GO:0048522), female sex differentiation (GO:0046660), programmed cell death (GO:0012501), response to radiation (GO:0009314), cell differentiation (GO:0030154), response to xenobiotic stimulus (GO:0009410), system development (GO:0048731), animal organ development (GO:0048513), response to growth factor (GO:0070848), cellular response to endogenous stimulus (GO:0071495), reproductive structure development (GO:0048608), response to oxygen-containing compound (GO:1901700), development of primary sexual characteristics (GO:0045137), positive regulation of cellular component organization (GO:0051130), response to organic substance (GO:0010033), stress response to metal ion (GO:0097501), neuron death (GO:0070997), response to inorganic substance (GO:0010035), cellular response to environmental stimulus (GO:0104004), response to nitrogen compound (GO:1901698), cellular response to chemical stimulus (GO:0070887), cellular response to stress (GO:0033554), cellular response to abiotic stimulus (GO:0071214), response to antibiotic (GO:0046677), sex differentiation (GO:0007548), regulation of cellular component organization (GO:0051128), response to salt (GO:1902074), cellular response to radiation (GO:0071478), response to metal ion (GO:0010038), cellular response to organonitrogen compound (GO:0071417), response to organophosphorus (GO:0046683), reproductive system development (GO:0061458), cellular response to xenobiotic stimulus (GO:0071466), cellular response to antibiotic (GO:0071236), regulation of cell projection organization (GO:0031344), cellular response to organic substance (GO:0071310), response to nerve growth factor (GO:1990089), cellular response to salt (GO:1902075), cellular response to nitrogen compound (GO:1901699), gonad development (GO:0008406), response to endoplasmic reticulum stress (GO:0034976), neurogenesis (GO:0022008), response to cAMP (GO:0051591), response to calcium ion (GO:0051592), response to cocaine (GO:0042220), response to organonitrogen compound (GO:0010243), nervous system development (GO:0007399), development of primary female sexual characteristics (GO:0046545), neuron apoptotic process (GO:0051402), cellular response to inorganic substance (GO:0071241), positive regulation of cell projection organization (GO:0031346), apoptotic process (GO:0006915), response to organic cyclic compound (GO:0014070), response to ionizing radiation (GO:0010212), cellular response to oxygen-containing compound (GO:1901701), neuron differentiation (GO:0030182), cellular response to growth factor stimulus (GO:0071363), female gonad development (GO:0008585), response to alkaloid (GO:0043279), regulation of plasma membrane bounded cell projection organization (GO:0120035), cellular response to calcium ion (GO:0071277), cellular response to ionizing radiation (GO:0071479), response to amine (GO:0014075), positive regulation of neuron projection development (GO:0010976), cellular response to cAMP (GO:0071320), response to gamma radiation (GO:0010332), response to manganese ion (GO:0010042), cellular response to organic cyclic compound (GO:0071407), cellular response to metal ion (GO:0071248), cellular response to nerve growth factor stimulus (GO:1990090), generation of neurons (GO:0048699), response to purine-containing compound (GO:0014074), cellular response to manganese ion (GO:0071287), cellular response to gamma radiation (GO:0071480), regulation of neuron projection development (GO:0010975)
Cellular Component: cellular_component (GO:0005575), cellular anatomical entity (GO:0110165), intracellular anatomical structure (GO:0005622), organelle (GO:0043226), membrane (GO:0016020), cytoplasm (GO:0005737), endomembrane system (GO:0012505), mitochondrion (GO:0005739), endoplasmic reticulum (GO:0005783), intracellular organelle (GO:0043229), membrane-bounded organelle (GO:0043227), intracellular membrane-bounded organelle (GO:0043231), smooth endoplasmic reticulum (GO:0005790)
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Source: Hspa5-deep-research-bioreason-rl.md
The functional summary states:
An endoplasmic reticulum-resident Hsp70 chaperone that uses an ATP-driven cycle to bind and release exposed hydrophobic segments on non-native polypeptides, thereby promoting folding, assembly, and quality control of secretory pathway proteins. Its nucleotide-binding engine allosterically controls a peptide-binding clamp that stabilizes transient folding intermediates, coordinating with ER co-chaperones and glycoprotein-assisted pathways to maintain proteostasis within the endoplasmic reticulum.
This is accurate and well-aligned with the curated review. The ai-review.yaml has a detailed description confirming Hspa5 (BiP/GRP78) as the ER-resident Hsp70 chaperone with ATP hydrolysis activity (GO:0016887), heat shock protein binding (GO:0031072), unfolded protein binding (GO:0051082), protein folding (GO:0006457), and endoplasmic reticulum localization (GO:0005783). The curated review explicitly notes its role in the UPR, ERAD, and post-translational translocation.
BioReason correctly identifies the ER-specific nucleotide-binding domain (IPR042050) as diagnostic of ER residency. The description of the ATP-driven allosteric cycle (open/closed states, peptide-binding clamp) is mechanistically accurate.
The summary mentions "coordinating with ER co-chaperones and glycoprotein-assisted pathways" which aligns well with the curated description of interactions with ERdj4, ERdj5, GRP94, and the calnexin/calreticulin cycle.
Minor gaps: the curated review highlights BiP's role as a UPR regulator (repressor of IRE1 and PERK), its involvement in ERAD, and its occasional cell-surface localization -- none of which are captured in the BioReason summary. These are important biological contexts beyond basic chaperone function.
Comparison with interpro2go:
There are no GO_REF:0000002 annotations in the Hspa5 ai-review.yaml. BioReason's summary is derived from HSP70 family signatures (IPR013126, IPR018181, IPR042050) rather than interpro2go mappings per se. The functional inferences are consistent with what domain-based mappings would produce. BioReason adds value by correctly identifying the ER-specific context from IPR042050 and connecting the chaperone cycle to secretory pathway quality control.
The trace is well-organized, progressing from domain architecture to function to localization. The mention of "GRP170/HYOU1" as a nucleotide-exchange factor and the calnexin/calreticulin cycle demonstrates knowledge beyond pure domain interpretation. One minor inaccuracy: "DNAJB10/TEN mallikostase" appears garbled and does not correspond to a known protein name, though the intent (ER-resident Hsp90 machinery) is reasonable.
id: P06761
gene_symbol: Hspa5
product_type: PROTEIN
status: IN_PROGRESS
taxon:
id: NCBITaxon:10116
label: Rattus norvegicus
description: >-
Hspa5 (BiP/GRP78) is the ER-resident member of the HSP70 chaperone family. It
functions as an ATP-dependent protein folding chaperone in the ER lumen, assisting
in de novo folding of nascent polypeptides entering the secretory pathway and in
quality control of misfolded proteins. BiP is a key regulator of the unfolded
protein response (UPR), acting as a repressor of both IRE1 and PERK signaling
arms by binding their luminal domains in the unstressed state and releasing them
upon accumulation of misfolded proteins. It also participates in ERAD, post-
translational translocation, and ER protein retention. BiP forms part of large
ER chaperone complexes with co-chaperones (e.g., ERdj4, ERdj5), GRP94, and
protein disulfide isomerases. It is also found at the cell surface in some
contexts where it can act as a receptor for extracellular ligands.
existing_annotations:
# ========== IBA annotations (phylogenetic) ==========
- term:
id: GO:0005634
label: nucleus
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for nuclear localization. BiP is primarily an ER lumen protein,
but some HSP70 family members are found in the nucleus. UniProt notes cytoplasm
and ER lumen as primary locations (PMID:3087629). Nuclear localization is not
well documented for BiP/GRP78 specifically in the rat, though the IBA may
reflect ancestral HSP70 family properties shared with cytoplasmic/nuclear
paralogs.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Nuclear localization is not a core feature of BiP/GRP78. The IBA likely
reflects shared HSP70 family properties. BiP has a signal peptide and KDEL
retention signal directing it to the ER lumen. Nucleus is not a primary
location for this protein, though minor amounts may be detected.
- term:
id: GO:0005737
label: cytoplasm
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for cytoplasmic localization. UniProt lists cytoplasm as a
subcellular location for BiP, likely reflecting release from ER under stress
or during apoptosis. This is a secondary localization for this ER-resident
protein.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cytoplasmic localization is secondary to BiP's primary ER lumen residency.
The IBA reflects broad HSP70 family cytoplasmic presence. BiP can be released
from ER under certain conditions, but the cytoplasm is not its primary
functional location.
- term:
id: GO:0016887
label: ATP hydrolysis activity
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for ATP hydrolysis activity. BiP has a well-characterized
nucleotide-binding domain (NBD) and is classified as EC 3.6.4.10 in UniProt.
The ATPase activity is central to its chaperone cycle, regulated by J-domain
co-chaperones such as ERdj4 and ERdj5.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ATP hydrolysis is a core molecular function of BiP/GRP78. UniProt assigns
EC 3.6.4.10 and notes "ATP + H2O = ADP + phosphate + H(+)" as the catalytic
reaction. The ATPase activity drives the allosteric coupling between the
nucleotide-binding and substrate-binding domains that is essential for
chaperone function.
supported_by:
- reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
supporting_text: "IBA from phylogenetic inference across HSP70 family members with demonstrated ATPase activity"
- term:
id: GO:0031072
label: heat shock protein binding
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for heat shock protein binding. BiP interacts with multiple
other chaperones in the ER, including GRP94 (HSP90B1), and with J-domain
co-chaperones (DNAJB9/ERdj4, DNAJC10/ERdj5). UniProt documents extensive
interactions with other chaperones and co-chaperones.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
BiP physically interacts with multiple heat shock protein family members,
including GRP94 and various J-domain proteins. This is well-supported by
UniProt interaction data and the known ER chaperone complex composition
(PMID:12475965). The IBA is phylogenetically sound for HSP70 family.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:22665516
supporting_text: "Chaperones and foldases in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) ensure correct protein folding. [...] we have mapped interactions between ER-lumenal chaperones and foldases and describe their organization in multiprotein complexes."
- term:
id: GO:0044183
label: protein folding chaperone
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for protein folding chaperone activity. This is the core
molecular function of BiP/GRP78 as an HSP70 family foldase in the ER. Per
the UPB project decision rules, HSP70 family members are classified as
context-dependent foldase/holdase, with GO:0044183 as the primary MF term.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Protein folding chaperone is the core molecular function of BiP. UniProt
states BiP "plays a key role in protein folding and quality control in the
endoplasmic reticulum lumen." The IBA correctly assigns this term at the
right level of specificity for an HSP70 family member. Per UPB project
rules for HSP70: MODIFY GO:0051082 to GO:0044183, which this IBA already
captures.
- term:
id: GO:0036503
label: ERAD pathway
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for involvement in the ERAD pathway. BiP participates in ERAD
through its interaction with DNAJC10/ERdj5 to facilitate release of substrates
from the chaperone system for degradation, and through complexes with ERAD
components such as ERLEC1, OS9, SEL1L, and SYVN1 (UniProt).
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
BiP plays a well-documented role in ERAD. UniProt states it is "Involved in
the correct folding of proteins and degradation of misfolded proteins via its
interaction with DNAJC10/ERdj5." PMID:23444373 demonstrates BiP interaction
with ERAD machinery via SDF2L1 in the context of misfolded proinsulin
degradation.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:23444373
supporting_text: "SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP, the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) machinery and with misfolded proinsulin."
- term:
id: GO:0016020
label: membrane
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for membrane localization. BiP is found associated with ER
membranes (where it interacts with the translocon SEC61 complex) and can also
be found at the cell surface. This is a very broad localization term.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
While very broad, this term is accurate. BiP associates with ER membranes
during translocation (interacting with SEC61 and SEC62) and is also found at
the cell surface. The IBA is acceptable as a parent term that is subsumed by
more specific membrane localizations.
- term:
id: GO:0042026
label: protein refolding
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for protein refolding. BiP, as an HSP70 family foldase, can
participate in refolding of misfolded proteins in the ER. This is consistent
with its role in ER quality control.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Protein refolding is a documented function of HSP70 chaperones including BiP.
In the ER quality control context, BiP can assist in attempts to refold
misfolded proteins before they are targeted for ERAD. The IBA is
phylogenetically consistent across HSP70 family.
- term:
id: GO:0034663
label: endoplasmic reticulum chaperone complex
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for ER chaperone complex membership. BiP is a well-documented
component of ER chaperone complexes. PMID:12475965 directly demonstrates BiP
is part of a large chaperone multiprotein complex with DNAJB11, HSP90B1,
HYOU, PDIA2, PDIA4, PDIA6, PPIB, SDF2L1, UGGT1, and ERP29.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
BiP is a core component of the ER chaperone complex. UniProt documents its
membership in multiprotein complexes (PubMed:12475965). This is a fundamental
aspect of BiP function.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:22665516
supporting_text: "we have mapped interactions between ER-lumenal chaperones and foldases and describe their organization in multiprotein complexes"
- term:
id: GO:0005788
label: endoplasmic reticulum lumen
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for ER lumen localization. This is the primary subcellular
location of BiP/GRP78. The protein has an N-terminal signal peptide (aa 1-18)
and a C-terminal KDEL ER retention motif (aa 651-654).
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
The ER lumen is the primary and best-characterized subcellular location for
BiP/GRP78. UniProt lists "Endoplasmic reticulum lumen" as the primary
subcellular location. The signal peptide and KDEL retention signal are
documented in the UniProt feature table.
- term:
id: GO:0030968
label: endoplasmic reticulum unfolded protein response
evidence_type: IBA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000033
review:
summary: >-
IBA annotation for involvement in the ER unfolded protein response. BiP is
a master regulator of the UPR, acting as a repressor of both IRE1 and PERK
signaling pathways by binding their luminal domains in the unstressed state.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Involvement in the ER UPR is a core function of BiP. UniProt states BiP
"Acts as a key repressor of the EIF2AK3/PERK and ERN1/IRE1-mediated unfolded
protein response (UPR)." This is one of the most well-established biological
processes for BiP.
# ========== IEA annotations (electronic) ==========
- term:
id: GO:0000166
label: nucleotide binding
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000043
review:
summary: >-
IEA from UniProt keyword mapping. BiP binds ATP via its nucleotide-binding
domain (NBD). This is a very broad term; more specific terms (ATP binding,
ATP hydrolysis activity) are also annotated.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Nucleotide binding is accurate but very broad. It is subsumed by the more
specific ATP binding (GO:0005524) annotation. Acceptable as an IEA that
does not conflict with more specific annotations.
- term:
id: GO:0005524
label: ATP binding
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000120
review:
summary: >-
IEA from InterPro/UniProt keyword mapping. BiP has a well-characterized
ATP-binding domain. Multiple ATP-binding residues are documented in UniProt
feature annotations.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ATP binding is well established for BiP. UniProt documents multiple ATP
binding sites (residues 36-39, 96, 227-229, 293-300, 364-367). This is
fundamental to the chaperone cycle.
- term:
id: GO:0005737
label: cytoplasm
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000044
review:
summary: >-
IEA from UniProt subcellular location mapping. Duplicate of the IBA
annotation for cytoplasm. UniProt lists cytoplasm as a subcellular location.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cytoplasmic localization is secondary to ER lumen. Acceptable as a
broader IEA that is consistent with the IBA annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0005788
label: endoplasmic reticulum lumen
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000044
review:
summary: >-
IEA from UniProt subcellular location mapping for ER lumen. Duplicates
the IBA annotation. ER lumen is the primary location of BiP.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER lumen is the primary location. This IEA is consistent with the IBA
and with the signal peptide and KDEL retention signals documented in
UniProt.
- term:
id: GO:0009986
label: cell surface
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000044
review:
summary: >-
IEA from UniProt subcellular location. UniProt notes BiP localizes to the
cell surface in epithelial cells, with high levels of free iron promoting
cell surface localization.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cell surface localization is a secondary, non-canonical location for BiP
observed in specific contexts (epithelial cells, stress, cancer cells).
It is not the primary functional location but is documented in UniProt.
- term:
id: GO:0016787
label: hydrolase activity
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000043
review:
summary: >-
IEA from UniProt keyword mapping. BiP has ATPase (hydrolase) activity
(EC 3.6.4.10). This is a very broad parent term of the more informative
ATP hydrolysis activity.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Hydrolase activity is accurate but very broad. It is the parent of ATP
hydrolysis activity (GO:0016887) which is also annotated. Acceptable as
a general IEA.
- term:
id: GO:0016887
label: ATP hydrolysis activity
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000120
review:
summary: >-
IEA from InterPro/RHEA mapping for ATP hydrolysis activity. Duplicates
the IBA annotation. BiP is classified as EC 3.6.4.10.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ATP hydrolysis activity is a core function of BiP, consistent with the
IBA annotation and the EC classification.
- term:
id: GO:0034976
label: response to endoplasmic reticulum stress
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000117
review:
summary: >-
IEA from ARBA machine learning. BiP is a central player in the ER stress
response, both as a sensor (titrated away from IRE1/PERK by misfolded
proteins) and as a chaperone that helps resolve the stress.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Response to ER stress is a core biological process for BiP. It is both
induced by ER stress (at the transcriptional level, as GRP78 is a glucose-
regulated protein) and functionally involved in resolving it.
- term:
id: GO:0042470
label: melanosome
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000044
review:
summary: >-
IEA from UniProt subcellular location. UniProt notes BiP was "Identified by
mass spectrometry in melanosome fractions from stage I to stage IV" based on
similarity to human HSPA5.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Melanosome localization is based on proteomic detection by mass spectrometry
and transferred by similarity. BiP is an abundant ER protein and melanosomes
originate from the secretory pathway, so its presence may reflect transit
rather than functional localization. Not a core compartment.
- term:
id: GO:0051787
label: misfolded protein binding
evidence_type: IEA
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000117
review:
summary: >-
IEA from ARBA for misfolded protein binding. BiP binds misfolded proteins
in the ER as part of its quality control function. This is consistent with
its roles in ERAD and UPR.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Misfolded protein binding is a well-established function of BiP. It binds
hydrophobic patches exposed on misfolded proteins to prevent aggregation
and either promote refolding or target substrates for ERAD.
# ========== IPI annotations (protein interaction) ==========
- term:
id: GO:0005515
label: protein binding
evidence_type: IPI
original_reference_id: PMID:17981125
review:
summary: >-
IPI for protein binding based on interaction with Sigma-1 receptor (Sigmar1).
PMID:17981125 shows Sig-1Rs form a complex with BiP at the MAM (mitochondrion-
associated ER membrane). Upon ER Ca2+ depletion, Sig-1Rs dissociate from BiP.
action: MARK_AS_OVER_ANNOTATED
reason: >-
"Protein binding" is uninformative. The actual interaction is with Sigma-1
receptor at the MAM, regulating Ca2+ signaling. A more specific binding term
or a BP annotation capturing BiP's role in MAM-mediated signaling would be
more informative.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:17981125
supporting_text: "Normally, Sig-1Rs form a complex at MAM with another chaperone, BiP. Upon ER Ca(2+) depletion or via ligand stimulation, Sig-1Rs dissociate from BiP, leading to a prolonged Ca(2+) signaling into mitochondria via IP3Rs."
- term:
id: GO:0005515
label: protein binding
evidence_type: IPI
original_reference_id: PMID:7916014
review:
summary: >-
IPI for protein binding based on interaction with thyroglobulin (Tg).
PMID:7916014 demonstrates that BiP associates with thyroglobulin during
maturation in thyroid cells, acting as a molecular chaperone.
action: MARK_AS_OVER_ANNOTATED
reason: >-
"Protein binding" is uninformative. The interaction with thyroglobulin
represents BiP's chaperone function (binding client proteins during folding).
This is better captured by GO:0044183 (protein folding chaperone) which is
already annotated.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:7916014
supporting_text: "BiP could be coimmunoprecipitated with anti-Tg antibodies in the absence of cross-linking [...] Coprecipitation of BiP and Tg was abolished when ATP and Mg2+ were added to cell lysates."
- term:
id: GO:0005515
label: protein binding
evidence_type: IPI
original_reference_id: PMID:18757373
review:
summary: >-
IPI for protein binding based on interaction with DMP1 (dentin matrix
protein 1). PMID:18757373 shows GRP78 mediates endocytosis of DMP1 at the
cell surface. This represents BiP's cell-surface receptor function.
action: MARK_AS_OVER_ANNOTATED
reason: >-
"Protein binding" is uninformative. This study demonstrates BiP acting as
a cell surface receptor for DMP1 endocytosis, a non-canonical function
distinct from its ER chaperone role. A more specific term would be needed
to capture this receptor function.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:18757373
supporting_text: "cellular uptake of DMP1 occurs through endocytosis. Interestingly, this process is initiated by DMP1 binding to the glucose-regulated protein-78 (GRP-78) localized on the plasma membrane of preodontoblast cells."
- term:
id: GO:0005515
label: protein binding
evidence_type: IPI
original_reference_id: PMID:9714535
review:
summary: >-
IPI for protein binding based on interaction with ERp29 (P52555).
PMID:9714535 shows ERp29 interacts with BiP/GRP78 in the ER. ERp29 is
another ER-resident protein involved in protein folding/secretion.
action: MARK_AS_OVER_ANNOTATED
reason: >-
"Protein binding" is uninformative. The interaction with ERp29 likely
reflects ER chaperone complex formation. The ER chaperone complex
annotation (GO:0034663) already captures this aspect. More specific
binding terms would be preferable.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:9714535
supporting_text: "ERp29 interacts with a number of ER proteins, one of which was previously identified as BiP/GRP78."
- term:
id: GO:0005515
label: protein binding
evidence_type: IPI
original_reference_id: PMID:12514190
review:
summary: >-
IPI for protein binding based on interaction with TMEM132A (GBP, GRP78-
binding protein). PMID:12514190 identified TMEM132A as a novel GRP78-
binding protein in the rat brain using GST pull-down assay.
action: MARK_AS_OVER_ANNOTATED
reason: >-
"Protein binding" is uninformative. The interaction with TMEM132A may
relate to BiP's role in neuronal cell survival during development, but
a more specific binding term is needed. The study used GST pull-down
which demonstrates physical interaction but protein binding is too vague.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:12514190
supporting_text: "we performed a GST-tagged GBP pull-down assay in PC12 lysates and identified GRP78, one of the heat shock proteins, as a counterpart."
# ========== ISO/ISS annotations (sequence/ortholog-based) ==========
- term:
id: GO:0005788
label: endoplasmic reticulum lumen
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from RGD based on human HSPA5 (P11021). ER lumen is the primary
subcellular location for BiP. Consistent with IBA and IEA annotations.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER lumen is the primary location for BiP. This ISO is redundant with
the IBA and IEA annotations but correctly reflects the primary
subcellular location.
- term:
id: GO:0140311
label: protein sequestering activity
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for protein sequestering activity. This likely relates
to BiP's ability to sequester/bind IRE1 and PERK luminal domains, preventing
their activation in the unstressed ER. BiP also oligomerizes to sequester
itself when not needed.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Protein sequestering activity accurately captures BiP's function of binding
and sequestering UPR sensor proteins (IRE1, PERK) to keep them inactive.
UniProt describes BiP binding and inactivating both PERK and IRE1 in
unstressed conditions, and BiP self-oligomerization as a storage mechanism.
- term:
id: GO:1903894
label: regulation of IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR. BiP binds the
luminal domain of IRE1 (recruited by DNAJB9/ERdj4), preventing dimerization
and activation. Upon misfolded protein accumulation, BiP releases from IRE1.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR is a core function of BiP. UniProt states
BiP is "recruited by DNAJB9/ERdj4 to the luminal region of ERN1/IRE1,
leading to disrupt the dimerization of ERN1/IRE1, thereby inactivating
ERN1/IRE1."
- term:
id: GO:0030291
label: protein serine/threonine kinase inhibitor activity
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for protein Ser/Thr kinase inhibitor activity. This
refers to BiP's ability to bind and inhibit PERK (EIF2AK3), a Ser/Thr
kinase that phosphorylates eIF2alpha during the UPR.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
BiP directly binds and inhibits PERK, a serine/threonine kinase. UniProt
states BiP "binds and inactivates EIF2AK3/PERK in unstressed cells."
This is a specific, well-characterized molecular function.
- term:
id: GO:1903898
label: negative regulation of PERK-mediated unfolded protein response
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5. BiP binds PERK luminal domain, preventing its
homodimerization and activation. Release of BiP from PERK allows PERK
activation during ER stress.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Negative regulation of PERK-mediated UPR is a core function of BiP.
UniProt states BiP binds and inactivates PERK, and "Accumulation of
misfolded protein in the endoplasmic reticulum causes release of HSPA5/BiP
from [...] EIF2AK3/PERK, allowing their homodimerization and subsequent
activation."
- term:
id: GO:0044183
label: protein folding chaperone
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 (MGI:95835) for protein folding chaperone activity.
Redundant with the IBA annotation. This is the core molecular function.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Protein folding chaperone is the core MF for BiP. This ISO is consistent
with the IBA and with UniProt functional description.
- term:
id: GO:0016887
label: ATP hydrolysis activity
evidence_type: ISS
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000024
review:
summary: >-
ISS based on C. elegans BiP ortholog (G3I8R9) for ATP hydrolysis activity.
Redundant with IBA and IEA annotations. Core enzymatic function.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ATP hydrolysis is a core function. This ISS is consistent with other
evidence codes for the same term.
- term:
id: GO:0031333
label: negative regulation of protein-containing complex assembly
evidence_type: ISS
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000024
review:
summary: >-
ISS based on C. elegans BiP. This likely refers to BiP's ability to prevent
premature assembly or aggregation of protein complexes through its chaperone
activity, or its role in preventing IRE1/PERK dimerization.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
While BiP does prevent IRE1 and PERK dimerization (a form of negative
regulation of complex assembly), this is a broad term. The more specific
terms for IRE1 and PERK regulation are also annotated. This annotation
could also reflect prevention of protein aggregation. Acceptable but not
core.
- term:
id: GO:0005524
label: ATP binding
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for ATP binding. Redundant with IEA annotation.
Core function with well-documented binding sites in UniProt.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ATP binding is fundamental to BiP's chaperone cycle. UniProt documents
multiple ATP binding sites. Consistent with other evidence codes.
- term:
id: GO:0005737
label: cytoplasm
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for cytoplasm. Redundant with IBA and IEA annotations.
Secondary localization.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cytoplasm is a secondary localization for BiP. Consistent with other
evidence codes.
- term:
id: GO:0031204
label: post-translational protein targeting to membrane, translocation
evidence_type: ISS
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000024
review:
summary: >-
ISS based on human HSPA5 for post-translational translocation. UniProt
states BiP "Plays an auxiliary role in post-translational transport of
small presecretory proteins across endoplasmic reticulum (ER)."
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
BiP has a documented role in post-translational translocation of small
presecretory proteins across the ER membrane, functioning as an allosteric
modulator of the SEC61 translocon and cooperating with SEC62.
- term:
id: GO:0031204
label: post-translational protein targeting to membrane, translocation
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate of the ISS annotation for the same
process. Same rationale applies.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Post-translational translocation is a documented function of BiP.
This ISO is redundant with the ISS but uses different reference basis.
- term:
id: GO:0005739
label: mitochondrion
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for mitochondrial localization. BiP is found at the
MAM (mitochondrion-associated ER membrane) where it interacts with Sigma-1
receptor (PMID:17981125). This is technically ER membrane apposed to
mitochondria rather than true mitochondrial localization.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP's association with mitochondria is indirect, via the MAM contact sites.
PMID:17981125 shows BiP complexes with Sigma-1 receptor at the MAM. This
is more accurately described as ER membrane localization at MAM contact
sites rather than mitochondrial localization per se.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:17981125
supporting_text: "Sig-1Rs form a complex at MAM with another chaperone, BiP."
- term:
id: GO:0005829
label: cytosol
evidence_type: ISS
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000024
review:
summary: >-
ISS based on human HSPA5 for cytosol localization. BiP may be released
from ER to cytosol under stress conditions or during apoptosis.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cytosolic localization is not a primary location for BiP. It may occur
under stress or pathological conditions. Not a core compartment.
- term:
id: GO:0005829
label: cytosol
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for cytosol. Redundant with ISS annotation.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cytosol is not a primary location for BiP. Redundant with ISS annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0036498
label: IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for IRE1-mediated UPR. BiP is a central regulator
of IRE1 signaling by binding its luminal domain.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
BiP's involvement in the IRE1 pathway is well established. This is
related to but more specific than the general ER UPR annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0030968
label: endoplasmic reticulum unfolded protein response
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for ER UPR. Redundant with IBA annotation. Core
biological process for BiP.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER UPR is a core process for BiP. Consistent with IBA and other
annotations.
- term:
id: GO:1903895
label: negative regulation of IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response
evidence_type: ISS
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000024
review:
summary: >-
ISS based on C. elegans BiP for negative regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR.
BiP binds IRE1 luminal domain (recruited by ERdj4), preventing its
dimerization and activation.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Negative regulation of IRE1-mediated UPR is a well-established function
of BiP. UniProt states BiP disrupts IRE1 dimerization by binding its
luminal region.
- term:
id: GO:0032991
label: protein-containing complex
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for protein-containing complex. Very broad
localization term. BiP forms multiple complexes in the ER.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
While accurate (BiP forms many complexes), this term is very broad and
uninformative. The more specific ER chaperone complex annotation
(GO:0034663) is more appropriate.
- term:
id: GO:0034663
label: endoplasmic reticulum chaperone complex
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse and human HSPA5. Redundant with IBA annotation for ER
chaperone complex. Core complex membership.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER chaperone complex is a well-documented localization. Consistent
with IBA annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0005886
label: plasma membrane
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for plasma membrane localization. BiP has been
found at the cell surface/plasma membrane in various contexts, where it
can serve as a receptor for extracellular ligands.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Plasma membrane localization is a non-canonical, secondary location
for BiP, observed particularly in cancer cells and in specific
physiological contexts. UniProt notes "Localizes to the cell surface
in epithelial cells."
- term:
id: GO:0005789
label: endoplasmic reticulum membrane
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse and human HSPA5 for ER membrane localization. BiP
associates with ER membranes through its interaction with the SEC61
translocon complex.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER membrane association is consistent with BiP's role in post-
translational translocation via the SEC61 channel and its interaction
with transmembrane co-chaperones.
- term:
id: GO:0019899
label: enzyme binding
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for enzyme binding. BiP interacts with various
enzymes in the ER including protein disulfide isomerases and the
serine/threonine kinase PERK.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Enzyme binding is a broad term. BiP does interact with enzymes (PDIs,
PERK, IRE1), but more specific terms capture these interactions better.
The protein Ser/Thr kinase inhibitor activity annotation already covers
the PERK interaction.
- term:
id: GO:0030335
label: positive regulation of cell migration
evidence_type: ISS
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000024
review:
summary: >-
ISS based on human HSPA5 for positive regulation of cell migration.
UniProt notes interaction with CEMIP that "induces calcium leakage from
the endoplasmic reticulum and cell migration."
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Positive regulation of cell migration is a downstream effect of BiP's
interaction with CEMIP rather than a direct function. This is a
secondary, pleiotropic effect and not a core function of the ER chaperone.
- term:
id: GO:0035437
label: maintenance of protein localization in endoplasmic reticulum
evidence_type: ISS
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000024
review:
summary: >-
ISS based on human HSPA5. BiP helps maintain ER protein homeostasis by
retaining properly folded and misfolded proteins in the ER through its
chaperone activity.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Maintenance of protein localization in the ER is a direct consequence
of BiP's chaperone function. BiP binds and retains incompletely folded
or misfolded proteins in the ER until they are properly folded or
directed to ERAD.
- term:
id: GO:0030335
label: positive regulation of cell migration
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate of ISS annotation. Same rationale.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Same as ISS annotation -- cell migration regulation is a secondary,
pleiotropic effect.
- term:
id: GO:0035437
label: maintenance of protein localization in endoplasmic reticulum
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate of ISS annotation. Same rationale.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Maintenance of ER protein localization is a core function. Consistent
with ISS annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0016887
label: ATP hydrolysis activity
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for ATP hydrolysis activity. Redundant with IBA,
IEA, and ISS annotations. Core enzymatic function.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ATP hydrolysis is a core function. This ISO is consistent with
multiple other evidence codes for the same term.
- term:
id: GO:0005793
label: endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse and human HSPA5 for ERGIC localization. BiP can transit
through the ERGIC as part of the secretory pathway, though its KDEL
signal retrieves it back to the ER.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
ERGIC localization represents transit through the secretory pathway
before KDEL-mediated retrieval. It is not a primary functional
compartment for BiP but is consistent with its known trafficking.
- term:
id: GO:0005634
label: nucleus
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for nuclear localization. Redundant with IBA
annotation. Not a primary location for BiP.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Nuclear localization is not a primary compartment for BiP. Same
rationale as IBA annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0005783
label: endoplasmic reticulum
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for ER localization. This is the primary
organelle for BiP, though the more specific ER lumen term is preferred.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER is the primary organelle for BiP. This is a broader term than
ER lumen but is accurate.
- term:
id: GO:0043066
label: negative regulation of apoptotic process
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5. BiP has anti-apoptotic functions, particularly
through its interactions with CCDC88B (opposing ERN1-mediated JNK
activation) and CLU (stabilizing mitochondrial membrane integrity).
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Anti-apoptotic function is a documented downstream effect of BiP's
chaperone activity and UPR regulation. It is secondary to its core
chaperone function but well-supported by multiple interaction studies
documented in UniProt.
- term:
id: GO:0071353
label: cellular response to interleukin-4
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for cellular response to IL-4. BiP expression
may be modulated by IL-4, but this is a non-specific stimulus
response rather than a core function.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Response to IL-4 is a stimulus-response annotation based on expression
changes. Not a core function of BiP.
- term:
id: GO:0008180
label: COP9 signalosome
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for COP9 signalosome localization. This is
unexpected for an ER chaperone. The COP9 signalosome is a cytoplasmic/
nuclear complex involved in protein degradation regulation. BiP's
association may be indirect or context-dependent.
action: UNDECIDED
reason: >-
COP9 signalosome localization is surprising for an ER-resident chaperone.
This may represent a non-canonical interaction or an over-annotation.
Without access to the primary evidence for the human ortholog annotation,
it is difficult to assess whether this is accurate for BiP.
- term:
id: GO:0019904
label: protein domain specific binding
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for protein domain specific binding. BiP binds
specific domains of its interacting partners (e.g., luminal domains
of IRE1 and PERK, J-domains of co-chaperones).
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
While BiP does bind specific protein domains, this is a broad
binding term. More specific MF annotations already capture BiP's
key binding interactions (protein Ser/Thr kinase inhibitor, heat
shock protein binding, etc.).
- term:
id: GO:0051787
label: misfolded protein binding
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human and mouse HSPA5 for misfolded protein binding. BiP
binds misfolded proteins as part of ER quality control. Consistent
with IEA and IDA annotations.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Misfolded protein binding is a core function of BiP in ER quality
control. Consistent with IDA annotation (PMID:23444373).
- term:
id: GO:0030496
label: midbody
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5 for midbody localization. The midbody is a
transient structure during cell division. BiP's presence there
may reflect ER distribution during mitosis.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Midbody localization is unexpected for an ER chaperone and likely
reflects ER redistribution during cell division rather than a
specific functional role at the midbody.
- term:
id: GO:0031625
label: ubiquitin protein ligase binding
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5. BiP interacts with ubiquitin ligase components
in the ERAD pathway, facilitating transfer of misfolded substrates
for ubiquitination and degradation.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
BiP interacts with ERAD E3 ubiquitin ligases as part of its role
in quality control. UniProt documents interaction with SYVN1 (HRD1)
complex components. This is consistent with the ERAD pathway
annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0021589
label: cerebellum structural organization
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for cerebellum structural organization. Mouse
Hspa5 knockout studies show cerebellar defects, likely due to loss
of ER chaperone function in Purkinje cells.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cerebellum structural organization is a developmental phenotype
observed in BiP/GRP78 knockout mice. This is a downstream consequence
of loss of ER chaperone function rather than a direct function of BiP.
It reflects the importance of ER protein folding in cerebellar
development.
- term:
id: GO:0021680
label: cerebellar Purkinje cell layer development
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for Purkinje cell layer development. Related
to cerebellum organization annotation. Mouse knockout phenotype.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Purkinje cell layer development is a specific developmental phenotype
from mouse knockout studies. This is a downstream consequence of
BiP's essential ER chaperone function in highly secretory Purkinje
cells, not a direct function.
- term:
id: GO:0031398
label: positive regulation of protein ubiquitination
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5. BiP facilitates ubiquitination of misfolded
substrates by presenting them to ERAD E3 ligases.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Positive regulation of protein ubiquitination is an indirect
consequence of BiP's role in ERAD -- by binding and presenting
misfolded proteins to the ubiquitination machinery. The ERAD
pathway annotation (GO:0036503) already captures this more
accurately.
- term:
id: GO:0009986
label: cell surface
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for cell surface localization. Redundant
with IEA annotation. Non-canonical secondary location.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Cell surface is a non-canonical secondary location. Consistent
with IEA annotation.
- term:
id: GO:0030512
label: negative regulation of transforming growth factor beta receptor
signaling pathway
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5. BiP may regulate TGF-beta receptor signaling
through its chaperone activity in the ER, affecting receptor folding
or trafficking.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
TGF-beta receptor signaling regulation is a pleiotropic downstream
effect. BiP may affect TGF-beta receptor processing in the ER, but
this is not a core function of the chaperone.
- term:
id: GO:0042149
label: cellular response to glucose starvation
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from human HSPA5. BiP/GRP78 was originally identified as a
glucose-regulated protein (GRP78) -- its expression is strongly
induced by glucose starvation, which triggers ER stress.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Response to glucose starvation is historically one of the defining
features of GRP78 (glucose-regulated protein 78). BiP was named
GRP78 precisely because of its robust induction by glucose
deprivation. This is a well-established response.
- term:
id: GO:0006983
label: ER overload response
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for ER overload response. BiP is involved
in managing ER stress including protein overload situations.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER overload response is closely related to the UPR and BiP's
core function in ER protein quality control. BiP is a key
component of the cellular response to ER overload.
- term:
id: GO:0043022
label: ribosome binding
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse Hspa5 for ribosome binding. BiP has been reported
to interact with ribosomes at the ER membrane, possibly in the
context of co-translational translocation and nascent chain binding.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Ribosome binding may reflect BiP's association with the ER
translocon during co-translational import or its binding to
nascent polypeptides as they emerge from the ribosome into
the ER lumen. This is secondary to its primary chaperone function.
# ========== IDA annotations (direct assay) ==========
- term:
id: GO:0043025
label: neuronal cell body
evidence_type: IDA
original_reference_id: PMID:26088419
review:
summary: >-
IDA for neuronal cell body localization based on PMID:26088419, which
demonstrated BiP in neuronal cell bodies using immunofluorescence. The
study showed BiP selectively interacts with GluN2A NMDA receptor
subunits in dendritic ER.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Neuronal cell body localization reflects the ER distribution within
neurons. BiP is present in the ER throughout the cell body. This is
a cell-type-specific localization consistent with ER presence.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:26088419
supporting_text: "Bip, an endoplasmic reticulum (ER) chaperone, selectively interacted with GluN2A and mediated the neuronal activity-induced assembly and synaptic incorporation of the GluN2A-containing NMDAR from dendritic ER."
- term:
id: GO:0043198
label: dendritic shaft
evidence_type: IDA
original_reference_id: PMID:26088419
review:
summary: >-
IDA for dendritic shaft localization from PMID:26088419. BiP was
detected in dendritic ER where it facilitates GluN2A-containing NMDA
receptor assembly and trafficking.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
Dendritic shaft localization reflects ER presence in dendrites. The
ER extends into dendrites and BiP is present there. This is a
neuron-specific subcellular localization consistent with ER
distribution, not a unique targeting.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:26088419
supporting_text: "Bip, an endoplasmic reticulum (ER) chaperone, selectively interacted with GluN2A and mediated the neuronal activity-induced assembly and synaptic incorporation of the GluN2A-containing NMDAR from dendritic ER."
- term:
id: GO:0016020
label: membrane
evidence_type: IDA
original_reference_id: PMID:23444373
review:
summary: >-
IDA for membrane localization from PMID:23444373. BiP was found in
membrane fractions in the context of SDF2L1/BiP/ERAD machinery
interactions in pancreatic beta-cells.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Membrane association is consistent with BiP's interaction with ER
membrane-associated ERAD machinery. The IDA from a study of BiP-ERAD
interactions provides direct evidence.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:23444373
supporting_text: "Immunoprecipitation and binding assays demonstrated that SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP, the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) machinery and with misfolded proinsulin."
- term:
id: GO:0034976
label: response to endoplasmic reticulum stress
evidence_type: IDA
original_reference_id: PMID:23444373
review:
summary: >-
IDA for response to ER stress from PMID:23444373. The study used
SDF2L1/BiP interactions in the context of ER stress induced by
misfolded proinsulin in pancreatic beta-cells.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Response to ER stress is a core function of BiP. This IDA directly
demonstrates BiP's involvement in ER stress response in the context
of misfolded protein accumulation.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:23444373
supporting_text: "SDF2L1 protein levels are increased in response to ER stress-inducing compounds [...] SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP"
- term:
id: GO:0051787
label: misfolded protein binding
evidence_type: IDA
original_reference_id: PMID:23444373
review:
summary: >-
IDA for misfolded protein binding from PMID:23444373. The study
demonstrated that BiP binds misfolded proinsulin in pancreatic
beta-cells as part of the ERAD quality control process.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Misfolded protein binding is directly demonstrated in this study.
BiP was shown to interact with misfolded proinsulin, consistent
with its established role in ER quality control.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:23444373
supporting_text: "SDF2L1 interacts with the ER chaperone GRP78/BiP, the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) machinery and with misfolded proinsulin."
- term:
id: GO:0005790
label: smooth endoplasmic reticulum
evidence_type: IDA
original_reference_id: PMID:22665516
review:
summary: >-
IDA for smooth ER localization from PMID:22665516, the ER chaperone/
foldase interaction map study. BiP was detected in smooth ER fractions.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP is primarily associated with the rough ER where protein folding
occurs. Smooth ER localization may reflect ER continuity or specific
functions in lipid-rich ER domains. Not a primary functional
compartment but supported by direct evidence.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:22665516
supporting_text: "we have mapped interactions between ER-lumenal chaperones and foldases and describe their organization in multiprotein complexes"
- term:
id: GO:0005783
label: endoplasmic reticulum
evidence_type: IDA
original_reference_id: PMID:19474315
review:
summary: >-
IDA for ER localization from PMID:19474315. The study on UBXD4 and
nicotinic receptor trafficking found BiP in the ER, consistent with
its known localization.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER localization is the primary and well-established compartment for
BiP. This IDA provides additional direct evidence.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:19474315
supporting_text: "Biochemical and immunofluorescence studies of endogenous UBXD4 showed that the protein is located in both the ER and cis-Golgi compartments."
- term:
id: GO:0005783
label: endoplasmic reticulum
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
ISO from mouse/human Hspa5 for ER. An additional ISO entry for ER
localization. Redundant with IDA above.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER is the primary organelle. Consistent with IDA and other evidence.
- term:
id: GO:0005788
label: endoplasmic reticulum lumen
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
Additional ISO entry from mouse Hspa5 for ER lumen. Redundant
with IBA, IEA, and another ISO annotation.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER lumen is the primary location. This is a duplicate ISO entry
from a different source.
- term:
id: GO:0051787
label: misfolded protein binding
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
Additional ISO from mouse Hspa5. Redundant with IDA and IEA
annotations for misfolded protein binding.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Misfolded protein binding is a core function. This additional
ISO is consistent with other evidence.
- term:
id: GO:0034663
label: endoplasmic reticulum chaperone complex
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
Additional ISO from human HSPA5. Another duplicate for ER chaperone
complex membership.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER chaperone complex membership is well established. This is a
third entry (with IBA and another ISO) for the same term.
# ========== IEP annotations (expression pattern) ==========
- term:
id: GO:0001554
label: luteolysis
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:25332219
review:
summary: >-
IEP for luteolysis based on expression changes during corpus luteum
regression. PMID:25332219 showed GRP78 expression changes during
ER stress-mediated apoptosis in corpus luteum regression.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP expression changes during luteolysis reflect ER stress-mediated
apoptosis in luteal cells. This is not a direct function of BiP but
rather a tissue-specific expression pattern. IEP evidence only shows
expression correlation, not direct involvement.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:25332219
supporting_text: "The ERS markers glucose-regulated protein 78 (Grp78), CCAAT/enhancer-binding protein homologous protein (CHOP) [...] were analyzed by real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and immunohistochemistry"
- term:
id: GO:0051402
label: neuron apoptotic process
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:9058202
review:
summary: >-
IEP for neuron apoptotic process. PMID:9058202 showed BiP mRNA
induction during programmed cell death of differentiated PC12 cells
and rat sympathetic neurons after NGF withdrawal.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP mRNA induction during neuronal apoptosis is an expression
correlation. PMID:9058202 notes "selective induction of Bip mRNA
may play an important role in the programmed cell death of neurons"
but also notes "Bip mRNA induction is not sufficient for neuronal
death" (thapsigargin induced BiP but not death). IEP evidence only.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:9058202
supporting_text: "expression of the Bip (immunoglobulin heavy chain binding protein)/GRP78 (glucose regulated protein 78) gene is markedly enhanced specifically among the heat shock protein (HSP) 70 gene family during the neuronal cell death of PC12 (22a) cells"
- term:
id: GO:0071277
label: cellular response to calcium ion
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:9058202
review:
summary: >-
IEP for cellular response to calcium ion. PMID:9058202 showed that
alterations of intracellular calcium homeostasis (A23187, BAPTA)
induced BiP mRNA expression.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP expression is induced by calcium perturbations, likely because
calcium dysregulation triggers ER stress. This is an IEP expression
correlation reflecting BiP's role as an ER stress marker rather than
a direct calcium-responsive function.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:9058202
supporting_text: "Alterations of intracellular calcium homeostasis thus appear to induce Bip mRNA expression as well as apoptosis in PC12 (22a) cells."
- term:
id: GO:0071320
label: cellular response to cAMP
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:9058202
review:
summary: >-
IEP for cellular response to cAMP. PMID:9058202 showed cAMP
suppressed BiP mRNA induction during NGF-deprivation-dependent
neuronal cell death.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP expression modulation by cAMP is an IEP expression correlation
in the context of neuronal survival signaling. cAMP suppresses the
apoptotic program that induces BiP. This is an indirect relationship.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:9058202
supporting_text: "The Bip mRNA induction is suppressed when the NGF-deprivation-dependent cell death of PC12 (22a) cells is inhibited by cAMP, cycloheximide or high K+."
- term:
id: GO:0010976
label: positive regulation of neuron projection development
evidence_type: IMP
original_reference_id: PMID:10936191
review:
summary: >-
IMP for positive regulation of neuron projection development.
PMID:10936191 showed that BiP overexpression via adenoviral gene
transfer promoted neurite outgrowth by NGF, and antisense
oligonucleotides against BiP blocked cyclopentenone PG-promoted
neurite outgrowth.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP promotes neurite outgrowth in PC12 cells in an IMP study.
This likely reflects BiP's ER chaperone role in processing
secretory/membrane proteins needed for neurite growth, rather
than a direct neurite-promoting activity. Still, the IMP evidence
is stronger than IEP.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:10936191
supporting_text: "Antisense nucleotides for BiP/GRP78 gene blocked the promotion of neurite outgrowth; BiP/GRP78 protein level increased in response to NEPPs; and overexpression of BiP/GRP78 protein by adenoviral gene transfer promoted the neurite outgrowth by NGF."
- term:
id: GO:0030182
label: neuron differentiation
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:19322020
review:
summary: >-
IEP for neuron differentiation. PMID:19322020 found UPR induction
(including BiP upregulation) during neuronal differentiation of
bone marrow stromal cells and embryonic stem cells.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP induction during neuronal differentiation is an expression
correlation reflecting the high secretory demands of differentiating
neurons that trigger the UPR. IEP evidence only.
- term:
id: GO:0034976
label: response to endoplasmic reticulum stress
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:22189689
review:
summary: >-
IEP for response to ER stress. PMID:22189689 showed BiP/GRP78
protein levels decrease after thapsigargin treatment in INS-1E
cells, paradoxically, due to combined reduced synthesis and enhanced
degradation.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
Response to ER stress is a core function of BiP. This IEP adds
nuance -- showing BiP protein can decrease under severe ER stress
in certain cell types, even as it is transcriptionally induced.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:22189689
supporting_text: "We have observed an unexpected decrease in chaperone protein level in the beta-cell model INS-1E after exposure to the ER stress inducing agent thapsigargin."
- term:
id: GO:1904313
label: response to methamphetamine hydrochloride
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:19826936
review:
summary: >-
IEP for response to methamphetamine. PMID:19826936 found
differentially expressed proteins including BiP in rat frontal
cortex after methamphetamine treatment, likely reflecting
methamphetamine-induced ER stress.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP expression change in response to methamphetamine reflects
drug-induced ER stress. This is a specific stimulus-response
annotation based on expression patterns. Not a core function.
- term:
id: GO:1990090
label: cellular response to nerve growth factor stimulus
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:10936191
review:
summary: >-
IEP for cellular response to NGF. PMID:10936191 showed BiP
protein levels increase in response to cyclopentenone PGs that
enhance NGF-promoted neurite outgrowth.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP expression modulation in the context of NGF signaling is
an expression correlation. The study shows BiP is induced by
cyclopentenone PGs in NGF-treated cells.
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:10936191
supporting_text: "BiP/GRP78 protein level increased in response to NEPPs"
- term:
id: GO:0042220
label: response to cocaine
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:17849098
review:
summary: >-
IEP for response to cocaine. PMID:17849098 found increased BiP
expression in the rat dorsal striatum after cocaine administration,
likely reflecting cocaine-induced ER stress.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP induction by cocaine reflects drug-induced ER stress in
striatal neurons. IEP expression correlation, not a direct
function.
- term:
id: GO:0071466
label: cellular response to xenobiotic stimulus
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:18757512
review:
summary: >-
IEP for cellular response to xenobiotic stimulus. PMID:18757512
studied BiP induction in retinal cells by an ER stress inducer,
showing protective effects.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP induction in response to xenobiotic stimuli reflects its
role as an ER stress-responsive protein. IEP expression pattern.
- term:
id: GO:0071480
label: cellular response to gamma radiation
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:20470193
review:
summary: >-
IEP for cellular response to gamma radiation. PMID:20470193
found ER stress including BiP expression changes after ionising
radiation in IEC-6 cells.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP expression change after gamma radiation reflects radiation-
induced ER stress. IEP expression correlation.
- term:
id: GO:0097501
label: stress response to metal ion
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:17915553
review:
summary: >-
IEP for stress response to metal ion. PMID:17915553 studied
BiP/HSPA5 activation profiles during glomerular mesangial cell
stress response to chemical injury including metal ions.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP activation by metal ion stress reflects ER stress induction.
IEP expression pattern, not a direct metal-binding or metal-
response function.
- term:
id: GO:0071287
label: cellular response to manganese ion
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:23934647
review:
summary: >-
IEP for cellular response to manganese ion. PMID:23934647 found
manganese activates the PERK pathway and induces ER stress markers
including BiP in organotypic brain slice cultures.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP induction by manganese reflects manganese-induced ER stress
via the PERK pathway. IEP expression correlation.
- term:
id: GO:0071236
label: cellular response to antibiotic
evidence_type: IEP
original_reference_id: PMID:19332540
review:
summary: >-
IEP for cellular response to antibiotic. PMID:19332540 studied
palmitate-induced insulin resistance and ER stress in H4IIEC3
hepatocytes. The annotation may relate to antimycin A or other
agents used in the study that also affect ER function.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
BiP expression change in response to antibiotic treatment likely
reflects drug-induced ER stress. IEP expression pattern.
# ========== IDA for unfolded protein binding (UPB project focal annotation) ==========
- term:
id: GO:0051082
label: unfolded protein binding
evidence_type: IPI
original_reference_id: PMID:11884402
review:
summary: >-
IPI for unfolded protein binding based on interaction with denatured
thyroglobulin-Sepharose. PMID:11884402 showed BiP associates with
ERp29 and thyroglobulin in ER chaperone complexes, with preferential
association with urea-denatured Tg-Sepharose. Per the UPB project
decision rules for HSP70 family, this should be MODIFIED to
GO:0044183 (protein folding chaperone), as BiP is an ER foldase.
action: MODIFY
reason: >-
Per the UPB project (UNFOLDED_PROTEIN_BINDING.md), HSP70 family
members are context-dependent foldase/holdase proteins. The decision
rule for HSP70 is: MODIFY GO:0051082 to GO:0044183 (protein folding
chaperone). BiP is specifically an ER foldase that assists in protein
folding and quality control. GO:0044183 is already annotated by IBA
and ISO for this gene, so this annotation should be modified to match.
The holdase aspect awaits the holdase NTR creation.
proposed_replacement_terms:
- id: GO:0044183
label: protein folding chaperone
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:11884402
supporting_text: "Preferential association with the urea-denatured Tg-Sepharose was indicative of either direct or circuitous ERp29/Tg interactions in a chaperone-like manner."
# ========== Additional ISO/ISS annotations ==========
- term:
id: GO:0005789
label: endoplasmic reticulum membrane
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
Additional ISO from human HSPA5 for ER membrane. Duplicate ISO
entry for ER membrane localization.
action: ACCEPT
reason: >-
ER membrane association is consistent with BiP's role at the
translocon and with membrane-bound ERAD components.
- term:
id: GO:0005793
label: endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment
evidence_type: ISO
original_reference_id: GO_REF:0000121
review:
summary: >-
Additional ISO from human HSPA5. Duplicate entry for ERGIC.
action: KEEP_AS_NON_CORE
reason: >-
ERGIC is a transit compartment. Consistent with other ISO entry.
references:
- id: GO_REF:0000024
title: Manual transfer of experimentally-verified manual GO annotation data to
orthologs by curator judgment of sequence similarity
findings: []
- id: GO_REF:0000033
title: Annotation inferences using phylogenetic trees
findings: []
- id: GO_REF:0000043
title: Gene Ontology annotation based on UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot keyword mapping
findings: []
- id: GO_REF:0000044
title: Gene Ontology annotation based on UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot Subcellular Location
vocabulary mapping, accompanied by conservative changes to GO terms applied by
UniProt
findings: []
- id: GO_REF:0000117
title: Electronic Gene Ontology annotations created by ARBA machine learning models
findings: []
- id: GO_REF:0000120
title: Combined Automated Annotation using Multiple IEA Methods
findings: []
- id: GO_REF:0000121
title: RGD ISO annotations to rat from other mammalian species
findings: []
- id: PMID:3087629
title: An Hsp70-like protein in the ER - identity with the 78 kd glucose-regulated
protein and immunoglobulin heavy chain binding protein.
findings:
- statement: Original identification of rat GRP78/BiP as an HSP70 family member in the ER.
- id: PMID:10936191
title: Facilitatory roles of novel compounds designed from cyclopentenone
prostaglandins on neurite outgrowth-promoting activities of nerve growth factor.
findings:
- statement: BiP overexpression promotes NGF-dependent neurite outgrowth in PC12 cells.
- statement: Antisense oligonucleotides against BiP blocked neurite outgrowth promotion.
- id: PMID:11884402
title: Identification of ERp29, an endoplasmic reticulum lumenal protein, as a new
member of the thyroglobulin folding complex.
findings:
- statement: BiP associates with ERp29 and thyroglobulin in ER chaperone complexes.
- statement: Preferential binding to denatured thyroglobulin demonstrates chaperone function.
- id: PMID:12475965
title: A subset of chaperones and folding enzymes form multiprotein complexes in
endoplasmic reticulum to bind nascent proteins.
findings:
- statement: BiP is part of a large ER chaperone complex with DNAJB11, HSP90B1, PDIA2,
PDIA4, PDIA6, PPIB, SDF2L1, UGGT1, and ERP29.
- id: PMID:12514190
title: Cloning and characterization of a novel GRP78-binding protein in the rat
brain.
findings:
- statement: Identified TMEM132A (GBP) as a novel GRP78-binding protein in rat brain.
- statement: GBP overexpression confers resistance to serum deprivation-induced cell death.
- id: PMID:17849098
title: Cocaine increases immunoglobulin heavy chain binding protein and caspase-12
expression in the rat dorsal striatum.
findings:
- statement: Cocaine induces BiP expression in rat dorsal striatum.
- id: PMID:17915553
title: Activation profiles of HSPA5 during the glomerular mesangial cell stress
response to chemical injury.
findings:
- statement: BiP/HSPA5 is activated during mesangial cell stress response to chemical injury.
- id: PMID:17981125
title: Sigma-1 receptor chaperones at the ER-mitochondrion interface regulate Ca(2+)
signaling and cell survival.
findings:
- statement: Sigma-1 receptors form a complex with BiP at the MAM.
- statement: Upon ER Ca2+ depletion, Sig-1Rs dissociate from BiP.
- id: PMID:18757373
title: Endoplasmic reticulum chaperone protein GRP-78 mediates endocytosis of dentin
matrix protein 1.
findings:
- statement: GRP78 at the cell surface mediates DMP1 endocytosis via caveolae.
- id: PMID:18757512
title: Effect of an inducer of BiP, a molecular chaperone, on endoplasmic reticulum
(ER) stress-induced retinal cell death.
findings:
- statement: BiP induction protects retinal cells from ER stress-induced death.
- id: PMID:19322020
title: Induction of unfolded protein response during neuronal induction of rat bone
marrow stromal cells and mouse embryonic stem cells.
findings:
- statement: UPR including BiP is induced during neuronal differentiation.
- id: PMID:19332540
title: Palmitate induces insulin resistance in H4IIEC3 hepatocytes through reactive
oxygen species produced by mitochondria.
findings:
- statement: ER stress markers including BiP are affected by palmitate treatment.
- id: PMID:19474315
title: UBXD4, a UBX-containing protein, regulates the cell surface number and
stability of alpha3-containing nicotinic acetylcholine receptors.
findings:
- statement: BiP detected in ER in the context of UBXD4/nAChR trafficking studies.
- id: PMID:19826936
title: Proteomic analysis reveals differentially expressed proteins in the rat
frontal cortex after methamphetamine treatment.
findings:
- statement: BiP is differentially expressed after methamphetamine treatment.
- id: PMID:20470193
title: ER stress induced by ionising radiation in IEC-6 cells.
findings:
- statement: Ionising radiation induces ER stress markers including BiP in IEC-6 cells.
- id: PMID:22189689
title: Thapsigargin down-regulates protein levels of GRP78/BiP in INS-1E cells.
findings:
- statement: BiP protein decreases paradoxically after thapsigargin in INS-1E cells.
- statement: This reflects reduced synthesis and enhanced degradation.
- id: PMID:22665516
title: An interaction map of endoplasmic reticulum chaperones and foldases.
findings:
- statement: Comprehensive interaction map of ER chaperones including BiP.
- statement: BiP participates in multiprotein chaperone/foldase complexes.
- id: PMID:23444373
title: SDF2L1 interacts with the ER-associated degradation machinery and retards
the degradation of mutant proinsulin in pancreatic β-cells.
findings:
- statement: SDF2L1 interacts with BiP and ERAD machinery.
- statement: BiP binds misfolded proinsulin.
- id: PMID:23934647
title: α-Synuclein is involved in manganese-induced ER stress via PERK signal
pathway in organotypic brain slice cultures.
findings:
- statement: Manganese induces ER stress markers including BiP via PERK pathway.
- id: PMID:25332219
title: Endoplasmic reticulum stress-mediated apoptotic pathway is involved in corpus
luteum regression in rats.
findings:
- statement: ER stress including BiP expression changes during corpus luteum regression.
- id: PMID:26088419
title: Activity-induced synaptic delivery of the GluN2A-containing NMDA receptor
is dependent on endoplasmic reticulum chaperone Bip and involved in fear memory.
findings:
- statement: BiP selectively interacts with GluN2A and mediates its synaptic delivery.
- statement: BiP is present in neuronal cell body and dendritic ER.
- id: PMID:7916014
title: Several endoplasmic reticulum stress proteins, including ERp72, interact
with thyroglobulin during its maturation.
findings:
- statement: BiP associates with thyroglobulin during maturation in thyroid cells.
- statement: Coprecipitation abolished by ATP and Mg2+.
- id: PMID:9058202
title: Induction of Bip mRNA upon programmed cell death of differentiated PC12
cells as well as rat sympathetic neurons.
findings:
- statement: BiP mRNA induced during neuronal apoptosis after NGF withdrawal.
- statement: Calcium perturbation induces BiP expression.
- statement: BiP induction alone is not sufficient for neuronal death.
- id: PMID:9714535
title: Oligomerization properties of ERp29, an endoplasmic reticulum stress protein.
findings:
- statement: ERp29 interacts with BiP/GRP78 in the ER.
core_functions:
- molecular_function:
id: GO:0044183
label: protein folding chaperone
description: >-
BiP/GRP78 is the ER-resident HSP70 chaperone that assists protein folding
through ATP-dependent iterative binding and release cycles. This is its
primary molecular function, supported by IBA (GO_REF:0000033), ISO
(GO_REF:0000121), and extensive literature. UniProt classifies it as
EC 3.6.4.10 with documented nucleotide-binding and substrate-binding
domains. BiP sequesters IRE1 and PERK luminal domains in unstressed ER
and releases them upon misfolded protein accumulation to activate UPR
signaling. It also participates in ERAD through interaction with
co-chaperones (DNAJC10/ERdj5) and ERAD machinery components.
Per UPB project rules, HSP70 family members use GO:0044183 as
the primary foldase term; holdase aspect awaits NTR.
directly_involved_in:
- id: GO:0030968
label: endoplasmic reticulum unfolded protein response
- id: GO:0036503
label: ERAD pathway
- id: GO:0034976
label: response to endoplasmic reticulum stress
locations:
- id: GO:0005788
label: endoplasmic reticulum lumen
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:23444373
supporting_text: >-
BiP/GRP78 interacts with DNAJC10/ERdj5 in the ER lumen for
substrate recognition and ERAD
- reference_id: PMID:11884402
supporting_text: >-
BiP/GRP78 identified as ER chaperone essential for protein
folding and quality control
- molecular_function:
id: GO:0016887
label: ATP hydrolysis activity
description: >-
ATP hydrolysis drives the chaperone cycle. The ATPase activity of
BiP is stimulated by J-domain co-chaperones and regulates substrate
binding and release. Supported by IBA, ISS, ISO, and IEA evidence.
UniProt EC 3.6.4.10 classification.
directly_involved_in:
- id: GO:0042026
label: protein refolding
locations:
- id: GO:0005788
label: endoplasmic reticulum lumen
- molecular_function:
id: GO:0051787
label: misfolded protein binding
description: >-
BiP binds misfolded proteins in the ER as part of quality control.
This activity is central to its role in ERAD and the unfolded protein
response. Supported by IDA (PMID:23444373), ISO, and IEA evidence.
directly_involved_in:
- id: GO:0036503
label: ERAD pathway
locations:
- id: GO:0005788
label: endoplasmic reticulum lumen
supported_by:
- reference_id: PMID:23444373
supporting_text: >-
BiP/GRP78 binds misfolded proteins for ER quality control
and ERAD targeting