Jornal de Nutrição Clínica e Metabolismo

The Role of Kinases and Phosphatases in Cell Signaling

Sakuri Ryo

Cell signaling is a complex and highly regulated process that allows cells to communicate with each other, respond to external stimuli, and coordinate various cellular activities. At the heart of these signaling pathways are enzymes known as kinases and phosphatases. Kinases are responsible for adding phosphate groups to proteins, while phosphatases remove them. The dynamic interplay between kinases and phosphatases is fundamental to the regulation of numerous cellular processes, including growth, differentiation, metabolism, and responses to environmental cues. This study explores the critical roles of kinases and phosphatases in cell signaling.