KDM1B

KDM1B is a gene that encodes a protein in humans. This protein is a member of the flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD)-dependent amine oxidase family, which is involved in the epigenetic regulation of gene expression.

Function

The KDM1B gene encodes a protein that is a histone demethylase. This protein removes methyl groups from histone proteins, which are proteins that package and order the DNA into structural units called nucleosomes. By removing methyl groups from histones, this protein can alter the activity of the DNA wrapped around the histones. This process is a part of the epigenetic regulation of gene expression.

Clinical significance

Mutations in the KDM1B gene have been associated with various diseases. For example, a study found that KDM1B is overexpressed in breast cancer cells, suggesting that it may play a role in the development of this type of cancer. Other studies have suggested that KDM1B may also be involved in the development of leukemia and neuroblastoma.

Research

Research on KDM1B is ongoing, with scientists investigating its role in various biological processes and diseases. For example, some studies are looking at how KDM1B regulates the cell cycle, while others are investigating its role in stem cell differentiation.

See also

• Epigenetics
• Histone demethylase
• Gene expression