The Zika Virus Ev2-Dimer Protein offered by IBT Bioservices via eBioHippo is a high-quality recombinant protein designed for advanced research in virology, immunology, and vaccine development. Engineered with precision, this protein is indispensable for researchers aiming to understand Zika virus pathogenesis and develop diagnostic and therapeutic solutions.
Product Type
Other Viruses
Features
• Source: Expressed in Drosophila Schneider (S2) insect cells using the ExpreS2™ expression system. • Purification: Purified by column chromatography to >95% purity. • Theoretical Molecular Weight: 44.6 kDa (monomer), approximately 89.2 kDa (dimer). • Formulation: Supplied in PBS as a liquid. • Applications: - ELISA: Not applicable - Weste Blot: Assay-dependent dilution - Neutralization assays - Vaccine development. • Recombinant Source: Expressed in a reliable system ensuring high purity and consistent quality. • High Purity: Purified to >95% as determined by SDS-PAGE. • Stability: Stored at -80°C to ensure long-term stability.
Molecular Weight
44.6 kDa (monomer), approximately 89.2 kDa (dimer).
Purification
Column chromatography
Abbreviation
Zika Ev2 dimer (S2)
Expression
S2 cells
Others
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Target Details
Zika virus Ev2 dimer (S2)
Target Pathogen
Zika Virus
Shipping
1 week
Description
Product Specifications • Product Name: Zika Virus Ev2-Dimer Protein • Synonyms: Zika Virus Envelope Protein Dimer, ZIKV E Protein Dimer • Molecular Weight: Theoretical MW = 89.2 kDa (dimer) • Tag: His-Tag for simplified purification and detection • Storage Conditions: Store at -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. • Formulation: Supplied in PBS • Size: 100 μg
Applications
WB
Description
Research Applications
Serological Studies: Investigating immune responses to the Zika virus (ZIKV) in infected or vaccinated individuals is critical for understanding infection dynamics and vaccine efficacy. The development of envelope protein antigens has enabled differentiation between ZIKV and related flavivirus infections, such as dengue virus, improving diagnostic specificity (Premkumar et al., 2018). Additionally, methods leveraging the Envelope Domain III protein in ELISA have been pivotal in detecting ZIKV-specific IgG antibodies with high precision (Ndiaye et al., 2023).
Antibody Production: The development of monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies targeting the ZIKV Envelope protein has played a key role in advancing diagnostic and therapeutic research. For example, production and characterization of envelope domain-specific antibodies have enabled their application in both immunological studies and diagnostics (Akhras et al., 2019). Furthermore, commercial tests based on monoclonal antibodies have improved the reliability and scalability of serological ZIKV diagnostics (Silva et al., 2020).
Diagnostic Assay Development: Developing diagnostic assays that utilize the ZIKV Envelope protein as a standard has significantly enhanced the detection and monitoring of ZIKV-specific immune responses. Optimizing production methods for envelope proteins has enabled more reliable ELISA assays, correlating antibody titers with virus neutralization efficacy (Kim et al., 2018). Advances in diagnostic technology have also led to the creation of rapid test kits for detecting IgG/IgM antibodies, facilitating faster and more accurate ZIKV detection in clinical and research contexts (Kim et al., 2018). Additionally, evaluations of commercially available assays provide valuable insights into their diagnostic efficacy and areas for improvement (Low et al., 2021).
Vaccine Research: Vaccine research has leveraged the ZIKV Envelope protein as a primary antigen to stimulate potent immune responses. Studies have demonstrated the diagnostic and vaccine potential of envelope protein derivatives, further supporting their role in preclinical vaccine development (Lunardelli et al., 2023). Innovative platforms, such as virus-like particles produced using Pichia pastoris, have facilitated scalable production of envelope proteins for immunological evaluation (Shanmugam et al., 2019). Additionally, the integration of recombinant proteins and monoclonal antibodies into vaccine development pipelines offers promising strategies to enhance immunogenicity and protection (Magalhães et al., 2022).