Term Name: eif4e-cup complex
Synonyms: eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E-cup complex
Definition: A protein complex that causes translational repression in Drosophila. Prevents assembly of ribosomes at the mRNA by interfacing with a sequence-specific RNA-binding protein leading to recruitment of the CCR4 complex and consequently, reduction of the mRNA's poly(A) tail length. The complex is also required for dorso-ventral pattern formation in the embryo.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:1990500]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: P-body
is a type of: translation repressor complex