NetGPI

GPI-anchor prediction tool. Predicts whether a protein is GPI-anchored and the omega site (attachment point).

What It Does

  • Predicts GPI-anchor signal presence
  • Identifies omega site (where GPI is attached)
  • Probability score for GPI modification
  • Important for membrane-anchored proteins like stereocilin

How to Use

Web

  1. Go to https://services.healthtech.dtu.dk/services/NetGPI-1.1/
  2. Paste protein sequence
  3. View omega site prediction

Verified Status

VERIFIED — used for STRC GPI-anchor analysis. Confirmed GPI-anchor signal in STRC C-terminus.

STRC Research Usage

  • STRC GPI-Anchor Analysis — confirmed GPI modification
  • Critical for mini-STRC: must include GPI signal for stereocilia membrane attachment
  • AF3 experiment showed mini-STRC (700-1780) with GPI signal at C-terminus → ipTM 0.91 (best TMEM145 binding)
  • E1659A is near the GPI-anchor region (residue 1659 out of 1775) — variant could affect local folding near GPI attachment. AF3 shows structure intact (pTM 0.64)

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