ODF1 phosphorylation by Cdk5/p35 enhances ODF1-OIP1 interaction.

Cdk5 and p35 are integral components of the sperm tail outer dense fibers (ODFs), which contribute to the distinct morphology and function of the sperm tail. In this study, we sought to characterize and investigate the significance of Cdk5/p35 association with ODFs. We show that ODF2 interacts with Cdk5 and p35 but not with the Cdk5/p35 heterodimer.