We are all different. Yet our DNA is very similar.
PLIN1: This gene is involved in lipid regulation in our cells.
FURIN: This gene codes for a protein that cleaves other proteins. It facilitates human coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 infections by cleaving the coronavirus spike proteins.
Corresponding protein in UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot
HOMER2: This gene codes for a protein which is essential for neuron connection.
CYP1A2: This gene is involved in the degradation of certain molecules, such as caffeine.
ANXA2: This gene is involved in the regeneration of deer antlers, and is also found in humans!
FBN1: This gene is associated with Marfan syndrome (distorted skeleton).
Corresponding protein in UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot
SLC24A5: This gene is involved in the synthesis of melanin, a pigment found in our skin, our hair and our iris.
Prolune - snapshot: SLC24A5
Protein Spotlight: Skin deep
Corresponding protein in UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot
GABRA: This gene codes for a protein which has an important role in the effects of alcohol.
Prolune - article: In vino veritas
Protein Spotlight: Forbidden fruit
Corresponding protein in UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot