### Gene Overview: SEPTIN7P6

**Gene Symbol:** SEPTIN7P6  
**Location:** This gene is found on chromosome 9 and is part of the septin gene family, which is known for coding proteins involved in various cellular processes, particularly those related to the cytoskeleton and cell division.

### 1. Associated Genes

SEPTIN7P6 is part of the septin family of genes, which includes:
- **SEPTIN7**: The canonical gene that encodes for the protein septin 7.
- **SEPTIN2**: Involved in cytokinesis and maintenance of the cytoskeleton.
- **SEPTIN9**: Associated with cancer and various cellular structures.
- **SEPTIN11**: Plays roles in cell shape and cytoskeletal components.

Other genes contributing to similar pathways or associated with septin function may also include: 
- **RHOA**: A small GTPase involved in cell signaling that influences cytoskeletal dynamics.
- **RAC1**: Another small GTPase which affects actin cytoskeleton organization.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases

While specific studies focusing solely on SEPTIN7P6 and its direct role in aging or age-related diseases are limited, research on related septin genes indicates that they may be involved in:
- Neurodegenerative diseases: Variations in septin gene expression can be linked to diseases like Alzheimer's.
- Cancer: Dysregulation of septins has been tied to various cancer types, implicating a role in tumorigenesis and progression.
- Cellular senescence: Septins have been shown to participate in maintaining cellular integrity during the aging process.

Overall, while SEPTIN7P6's specific role in aging is not detailed, its association with broader septin functions suggests potential implications in age-related cellular processes.

### 3. Drug Interactions

Currently, there are no specific drugs or drug classes confirmed to directly target SEPTIN7P6. However, as an essential component of the cytoskeletal machinery and cellular processes, its dysregulation may influence responses to therapies designed to interact with related pathways or the cytoskeleton (such as chemotherapy agents targeting rapid cell division). Research in this area remains ongoing.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes

**Biological Processes Associated with SEPTIN7P6:**
- **Cytoskeleton organization**: Contributes to the structural framework of cells.
- **Cytokinesis**: Plays a role in the process where a cell divides into two daughter cells.
- **Cellular compartmentalization**: Facilitates organization within cells, including signaling and transport processes.

**Key Pathways:**
- **Cytoskeletal Signaling**: SEPTIN7P6 is involved in signaling pathways that govern cytoskeletal dynamics and structure.
- **Cell Cycle Regulation**: Involvement in processes that regulate cell division, indicating potential roles in proliferation and cancer pathways.

In summary, the SEPTIN7P6 gene is an intriguing member of the septin family with roles in cellular architecture and division. While its specific functions related to aging and direct pharmacological interactions are not thoroughly documented, its associations with other genes and potential implications in significant health issues warrant further investigation.