DIPK1C

DIPK1C (Dual specificity protein kinase DIPK1C) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the DIPK1C gene. This protein belongs to the protein kinase family, a group of enzymes that modify other proteins by chemically adding phosphate groups to them. Phosphorylation usually results in a functional change of the target protein by changing enzyme activity, cellular location, or association with other proteins.

Function

The DIPK1C protein is a member of the dual specificity protein kinase family, which functions as a modulator of key molecular processes. These kinases have been implicated in a variety of diseases, including cancer, autoimmune diseases, and neurological disorders. The DIPK1C protein is thought to play a role in the regulation of cell cycle progression and cell differentiation.

Clinical Significance

While the exact role of DIPK1C in disease is not fully understood, it is thought to be involved in several pathological conditions. For example, alterations in the DIPK1C gene have been associated with various types of cancer, including breast cancer and colorectal cancer. Further research is needed to fully understand the role of DIPK1C in these diseases and to develop potential therapeutic strategies.

Research

Research into the function and role of DIPK1C in disease is ongoing. Current research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms by which DIPK1C regulates cell cycle progression and cell differentiation, as well as its role in cancer development and progression.

See Also

• Protein kinase
• Cell cycle
• Cell differentiation
• Cancer