SIN3A

SIN3A is a protein that in humans is encoded by the SIN3A gene. It is a transcriptional regulatory protein, involved in chromatin remodeling and gene expression.

Function

SIN3A is a master regulator of gene expression and is involved in many biological processes, including cell cycle regulation, differentiation, and apoptosis. It functions as a scaffold protein, interacting with a variety of transcription factors and other regulatory proteins to repress gene expression.

SIN3A is part of the SIN3-histone deacetylase (HDAC) complex, which removes acetyl groups from histones, leading to a more compact and less transcriptionally active chromatin structure. This is a key mechanism of gene repression.

Structure

The SIN3A protein is composed of several domains, including four paired amphipathic helix (PAH) domains, which are involved in protein-protein interactions. It also contains a highly conserved region known as the HID (HDAC interaction domain), which is responsible for binding to HDACs.

Clinical significance

Mutations in the SIN3A gene have been associated with several types of cancer, including breast cancer and lung cancer. These mutations often result in a loss of function of the SIN3A protein, leading to dysregulated gene expression and uncontrolled cell growth.

In addition, SIN3A has been implicated in neurological disorders such as autism and intellectual disability. Studies have shown that mutations in the SIN3A gene can disrupt normal brain development and function.

Research

Research on SIN3A is ongoing, with scientists seeking to better understand its role in gene regulation and disease. This research could potentially lead to new therapeutic strategies for treating diseases associated with SIN3A dysfunction.

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Structure of the SIN3A protein.

See also

• SIN3B
• Histone deacetylase
• Transcription (genetics)

References

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