Name

ECSCR Gene

endothelial cell surface expressed chemotaxis and apoptosis regulator

The protein encoded by this gene is primarily found in endothelial cells and blood vessels, where it is involved in cell shape changes and EGF-induced cell migration. It can enhance the activation of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor-2/kinase insert domain receptor and also promote the proteolysis of internalized kinase insert domain receptor. This gene may play a role in angiogenesis-related diseases. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2014]

TNFAIP1 Gene

tumor necrosis factor, alpha-induced protein 1 (endothelial)

This gene was identified as a gene whose expression can be induced by the tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF) in umbilical vein endothelial cells. Studies of a similar gene in mouse suggest that the expression of this gene is developmentally regulated in a tissue-specific manner. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

FIGF Gene

c-fos induced growth factor (vascular endothelial growth factor D)

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the platelet-derived growth factor/vascular endothelial growth factor (PDGF/VEGF) family and is active in angiogenesis, lymphangiogenesis, and endothelial cell growth. This secreted protein undergoes a complex proteolytic maturation, generating multiple processed forms which bind and activate VEGFR-2 and VEGFR-3 receptors. This protein is structurally and functionally similar to vascular endothelial growth factor C. Read-through transcription has been observed between this locus and the upstream PIR (GeneID 8544) locus. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2011]

CIAPIN1P Gene

cytokine induced apoptosis inhibitor 1 pseudogene

BREA2 Gene

breast cancer estrogen-induced apoptosis 2

LOC390600 Gene

cytokine induced apoptosis inhibitor 1 pseudogene

CIAPIN1 Gene

cytokine induced apoptosis inhibitor 1

CIAPIN1 is a cytokine-induced inhibitor of apoptosis with no relation to apoptosis regulatory molecules of the BCL2 (MIM 151430) or CASP (see MIM 147678) families. Expression of CIAPIN1 is dependent on growth factor stimulation (Shibayama et al., 2004 [PubMed 14970183]).[supplied by OMIM, Mar 2008]

DDIAS Gene

DNA damage-induced apoptosis suppressor

Involved in negative regulation of intrinsic apoptotic signaling pathway in response to DNA damage and regulation of DNA stability. Predicted to be active in cytoplasm and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

BMPER Gene

BMP binding endothelial regulator

This gene encodes a secreted protein that interacts with, and inhibits bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) function. It has been shown to inhibit BMP2- and BMP4-dependent osteoblast differentiation and BMP-dependent differentiation of the chondrogenic cells. Mutations in this gene are associated with a lethal skeletal disorder, diaphanospondylodysostosis. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2011]

VEZF1P1 Gene

vascular endothelial zinc finger 1 pseudogene 1

PROCR Gene

protein C receptor, endothelial

The protein encoded by this gene is a receptor for activated protein C, a serine protease activated by and involved in the blood coagulation pathway. The encoded protein is an N-glycosylated type I membrane protein that enhances the activation of protein C. Mutations in this gene have been associated with venous thromboembolism and myocardial infarction, as well as with late fetal loss during pregnancy. The encoded protein may also play a role in malarial infection and has been associated with cancer. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2013]

EDF1 Gene

endothelial differentiation-related factor 1

This gene encodes a protein that may regulate endothelial cell differentiation, lipid metabolism, and hormone-induced cardiomyocyte hypertrophy. The encoded protein has also been found to act as a transcriptional coactivator by interconnecting the general transcription factor TATA element-binding protein (TBP) and gene-specific activators. Alternate splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2013]

ESAM Gene

endothelial cell adhesion molecule

Enables cell-cell adhesion mediator activity. Involved in several processes, including bicellular tight junction assembly; cell-cell adhesion; and regulation of actin filament polymerization. Located in cell-cell junction and plasma membrane. Part of protein-containing complex. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC105375809 Gene

platelet endothelial aggregation receptor 1-like

CERCAM Gene

cerebral endothelial cell adhesion molecule

Enables identical protein binding activity. Acts upstream of or within cell adhesion. Predicted to be located in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

NOS3 Gene

nitric oxide synthase 3 (endothelial cell)

Nitric oxide is a reactive free radical which acts as a biologic mediator in several processes, including neurotransmission and antimicrobial and antitumoral activities. Nitric oxide is synthesized from L-arginine by nitric oxide synthases. Variations in this gene are associated with susceptibility to coronary spasm. Alternative splicing and the use of alternative promoters results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2016]

FECD7 Gene

Corneal dystrophy, Fuchs endothelial, 7

FECD5 Gene

Corneal dystrophy, Fuchs endothelial, 5

FECD3 Gene

Corneal dystrophy, Fuchs endothelial, 3

FECD2 Gene

corneal dystrophy, Fuchs endothelial 2

VEGFA Gene

vascular endothelial growth factor A

This gene is a member of the PDGF/VEGF growth factor family. It encodes a heparin-binding protein, which exists as a disulfide-linked homodimer. This growth factor induces proliferation and migration of vascular endothelial cells, and is essential for both physiological and pathological angiogenesis. Disruption of this gene in mice resulted in abnormal embryonic blood vessel formation. This gene is upregulated in many known tumors and its expression is correlated with tumor stage and progression. Elevated levels of this protein are found in patients with POEMS syndrome, also known as Crow-Fukase syndrome. Allelic variants of this gene have been associated with microvascular complications of diabetes 1 (MVCD1) and atherosclerosis. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been described. There is also evidence for alternative translation initiation from upstream non-AUG (CUG) codons resulting in additional isoforms. A recent study showed that a C-terminally extended isoform is produced by use of an alternative in-frame translation termination codon via a stop codon readthrough mechanism, and that this isoform is antiangiogenic. Expression of some isoforms derived from the AUG start codon is regulated by a small upstream open reading frame, which is located within an internal ribosome entry site. The levels of VEGF are increased during infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), thus promoting inflammation by facilitating recruitment of inflammatory cells, and by increasing the level of angiopoietin II (Ang II), one of two products of the SARS-CoV-2 binding target, angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2). In turn, Ang II facilitates the elevation of VEGF, thus forming a vicious cycle in the release of inflammatory cytokines. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2020]

VEGFC Gene

vascular endothelial growth factor C

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the platelet-derived growth factor/vascular endothelial growth factor (PDGF/VEGF) family. The encoded protein promotes angiogenesis and endothelial cell growth, and can also affect the permeability of blood vessels. The proprotein is further cleaved into a fully processed form that can bind and activate VEGFR-2 and VEGFR-3 receptors. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2014]

VEGFB Gene

vascular endothelial growth factor B

This gene encodes a member of the PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor)/VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) family. The VEGF family members regulate the formation of blood vessels and are involved in endothelial cell physiology. This member is a ligand for VEGFR-1 (vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 1) and NRP-1 (neuropilin-1). Studies in mice showed that this gene was co-expressed with nuclear-encoded mitochondrial genes and the encoded protein specifically controlled endothelial uptake of fatty acids. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been identified. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2011]

PECAM1 Gene

platelet/endothelial cell adhesion molecule 1

The protein encoded by this gene is found on the surface of platelets, monocytes, neutrophils, and some types of T-cells, and makes up a large portion of endothelial cell intercellular junctions. The encoded protein is a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily and is likely involved in leukocyte migration, angiogenesis, and integrin activation. [provided by RefSeq, May 2010]

VEZF1 Gene

vascular endothelial zinc finger 1

Transcriptional regulatory proteins containing tandemly repeated zinc finger domains are thought to be involved in both normal and abnormal cellular proliferation and differentiation. ZNF161 is a C2H2-type zinc finger protein (Koyano-Nakagawa et al., 1994 [PubMed 8035792]). See MIM 603971 for general information on zinc finger proteins.[supplied by OMIM, Sep 2008]

LYVE1 Gene

lymphatic vessel endothelial hyaluronan receptor 1

This gene encodes a type I integral membrane glycoprotein. The encoded protein acts as a receptor and binds to both soluble and immobilized hyaluronan. This protein may function in lymphatic hyaluronan transport and have a role in tumor metastasis. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

PEAR1 Gene

platelet endothelial aggregation receptor 1

PEAR1 is a platelet receptor that signals upon the formation of platelet-platelet contacts independent of platelet activation and secondary to platelet aggregation (Nanda et al., 2005 [PubMed 15851471]).[supplied by OMIM, Mar 2008]

EPAS1 Gene

endothelial PAS domain protein 1

This gene encodes a transcription factor involved in the induction of genes regulated by oxygen, which is induced as oxygen levels fall. The encoded protein contains a basic-helix-loop-helix domain protein dimerization domain as well as a domain found in proteins in signal transduction pathways which respond to oxygen levels. Mutations in this gene are associated with erythrocytosis familial type 4. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2009]

LIPG Gene

lipase, endothelial

The protein encoded by this gene has substantial phospholipase activity and may be involved in lipoprotein metabolism and vascular biology. This protein is designated a member of the TG lipase family by its sequence and characteristic lid region which provides substrate specificity for enzymes of the TG lipase family. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

XECD Gene

Corneal dystrophy, endothelial, X-linked

ESM1 Gene

endothelial cell-specific molecule 1

This gene encodes a secreted protein which is mainly expressed in the endothelial cells in human lung and kidney tissues. The expression of this gene is regulated by cytokines, suggesting that it may play a role in endothelium-dependent pathological disorders. The transcript contains multiple polyadenylation and mRNA instability signals. Two transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2008]

TEK Gene

TEK tyrosine kinase, endothelial

This gene encodes a receptor that belongs to the protein tyrosine kinase Tie2 family. The encoded protein possesses a unique extracellular region that contains two immunoglobulin-like domains, three epidermal growth factor (EGF)-like domains and three fibronectin type III repeats. The ligand angiopoietin-1 binds to this receptor and mediates a signaling pathway that functions in embryonic vascular development. Mutations in this gene are associated with inherited venous malformations of the skin and mucous membranes. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. Additional alternatively spliced transcript variants of this gene have been described, but their full-length nature is not known. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2014]

SENCR Gene

smooth muscle and endothelial cell enriched migration/differentiation-associated long non-coding RNA

CHED1 Gene

corneal endothelial dystrophy 1 (autosomal dominant)

VEGFD Gene

vascular endothelial growth factor D

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the platelet-derived growth factor/vascular endothelial growth factor (PDGF/VEGF) family and is active in angiogenesis, lymphangiogenesis, and endothelial cell growth. This secreted protein undergoes a complex proteolytic maturation, generating multiple processed forms which bind and activate VEGFR-2 and VEGFR-3 receptors. This protein is structurally and functionally similar to vascular endothelial growth factor C. Read-through transcription has been observed between this locus and the upstream PIR (GeneID 8544) locus. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2011]

LOC643733 Gene

caspase 4, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase pseudogene

CASP3P1 Gene

caspase 3, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase pseudogene 1

AIFM1P1 Gene

apoptosis-inducing factor, mitochondrion-associated, 1 pseudogene 1

AEN Gene

apoptosis enhancing nuclease

Enables DNA exonuclease activity. Involved in intrinsic apoptotic signaling pathway in response to DNA damage by p53 class mediator and response to ionizing radiation. Located in nuclear membrane; nucleolus; and nucleoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

BCL2L14 Gene

BCL2-like 14 (apoptosis facilitator)

The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the BCL2 protein family. BCL2 family members form hetero- or homodimers and act as anti- or pro-apoptotic regulators that are involved in a wide variety of cellular activities. Overexpression of this gene has been shown to induce apoptosis in cells. Three alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding two distinct isoforms have been reported for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, May 2009]

BCL2L11 Gene

BCL2-like 11 (apoptosis facilitator)

The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the BCL-2 protein family. BCL-2 family members form hetero- or homodimers and act as anti- or pro-apoptotic regulators that are involved in a wide variety of cellular activities. The protein encoded by this gene contains a Bcl-2 homology domain 3 (BH3). It has been shown to interact with other members of the BCL-2 protein family and to act as an apoptotic activator. The expression of this gene can be induced by nerve growth factor (NGF), as well as by the forkhead transcription factor FKHR-L1, which suggests a role of this gene in neuronal and lymphocyte apoptosis. Transgenic studies of the mouse counterpart suggested that this gene functions as an essential initiator of apoptosis in thymocyte-negative selection. Several alternatively spliced transcript variants of this gene have been identified. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2013]

BCL2L10 Gene

BCL2-like 10 (apoptosis facilitator)

The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the BCL-2 protein family. BCL-2 family members form hetero- or homodimers and act as anti- or pro-apoptotic regulators that are involved in a wide variety of cellular activities. The protein encoded by this gene contains conserved BH4, BH1 and BH2 domains. This protein can interact with other members of BCL-2 protein family including BCL2, BCL2L1/BCL-X(L), and BAX. Overexpression of this gene has been shown to suppress cell apoptosis possibly through the prevention of cytochrome C release from the mitochondria, and thus activating caspase-3 activation. The mouse counterpart of this protein is found to interact with Apaf1 and forms a protein complex with Caspase 9, which suggests the involvement of this protein in APAF1 and CASPASE 9 related apoptotic pathway. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

BCL2L13 Gene

BCL2-like 13 (apoptosis facilitator)

This gene encodes a mitochondrially-localized protein with conserved B-cell lymphoma 2 homology motifs. Overexpression of the encoded protein results in apoptosis. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2012]

THAP1 Gene

THAP domain containing, apoptosis associated protein 1

The protein encoded by this gene contains a THAP domain, a conserved DNA-binding domain. This protein colocalizes with the apoptosis response protein PAWR/PAR-4 in promyelocytic leukemia (PML) nuclear bodies, and functions as a proapoptotic factor that links PAWR to PML nuclear bodies. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been observed. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

AATBC Gene

apoptosis associated transcript in bladder cancer

LOC100131159 Gene

PERP, TP53 apoptosis effector pseudogene

CCAR1 Gene

cell division cycle and apoptosis regulator 1

Enables RNA polymerase II cis-regulatory region sequence-specific DNA binding activity; nuclear receptor coactivator activity; and transcription corepressor activity. Involved in positive regulation of cell migration and positive regulation of cell population proliferation. Acts upstream of or within positive regulation of apoptotic process. Located in nuclear envelope lumen. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

CCAR2 Gene

cell cycle and apoptosis regulator 2

Enables RNA polymerase II complex binding activity and enzyme inhibitor activity. Involved in several processes, including mitochondrial fragmentation involved in apoptotic process; regulation of primary metabolic process; and regulation of signal transduction. Located in several cellular components, including mitochondrial matrix; nucleoplasm; and spindle. Part of DBIRD complex. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

PAWR Gene

PRKC, apoptosis, WT1, regulator

This gene encodes a tumor suppressor protein that selectively induces apoptosis in cancer cells through intracellular and extracellular mechanisms. The intracellular mechanism involves the inhibition of pro-survival pathways and the activation of Fas-mediated apoptosis, while the extracellular mechanism involves the binding of a secreted form of this protein to glucose regulated protein 78 (GRP78) on the cell surface, which leads to activation of the extrinsic apoptotic pathway. This gene is located on the unstable human chromosomal 12q21 region and is often deleted or mutated different tumors. The encoded protein also plays an important role in the progression of age-related diseases. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2017]

BFAR Gene

bifunctional apoptosis regulator

Enables caspase binding activity; protein-macromolecule adaptor activity; and ubiquitin protein ligase activity. Involved in negative regulation of IRE1-mediated unfolded protein response; proteasome-mediated ubiquitin-dependent protein catabolic process; and protein ubiquitination. Acts upstream of or within negative regulation of apoptotic process. Located in endoplasmic reticulum and membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

NAIF1 Gene

nuclear apoptosis inducing factor 1

Involved in negative regulation of cell growth and regulation of mitochondrial membrane permeability involved in apoptotic process. Located in cytosol; nucleoplasm; and plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TP53AIP1 Gene

tumor protein p53 regulated apoptosis inducing protein 1

This gene is specifically expressed in the thymus, and encodes a protein that is localized to the mitochondrion. The expression of this gene is inducible by p53, and it is thought to play an important role in mediating p53-dependent apoptosis. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been described for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2011]

XIAP Gene

X-linked inhibitor of apoptosis, E3 ubiquitin protein ligase

This gene encodes a protein that belongs to a family of apoptotic suppressor proteins. Members of this family share a conserved motif termed, baculovirus IAP repeat, which is necessary for their anti-apoptotic function. This protein functions through binding to tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated factors TRAF1 and TRAF2 and inhibits apoptosis induced by menadione, a potent inducer of free radicals, and interleukin 1-beta converting enzyme. This protein also inhibits at least two members of the caspase family of cell-death proteases, caspase-3 and caspase-7. Mutations in this gene are the cause of X-linked lymphoproliferative syndrome. Alternate splicing results in multiple transcript variants. Pseudogenes of this gene are found on chromosomes 2 and 11.[provided by RefSeq, Feb 2011]

LOC100505995 Gene

apoptosis-inducing, TAF9-like domain 1 pseudogene

LOC653406 Gene

NLR family, apoptosis inhibitory protein pseudogene

TRIAP1P1 Gene

TP53 regulated inhibitor of apoptosis 1 pseudogene 1

CFLAR Gene

CASP8 and FADD-like apoptosis regulator

The protein encoded by this gene is a regulator of apoptosis and is structurally similar to caspase-8. However, the encoded protein lacks caspase activity and appears to be itself cleaved into two peptides by caspase-8. Several transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene, and partial evidence for several more variants exists. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2011]

API5 Gene

apoptosis inhibitor 5

This gene encodes an apoptosis inhibitory protein whose expression prevents apoptosis after growth factor deprivation. This protein suppresses the transcription factor E2F1-induced apoptosis and also interacts with, and negatively regulates Acinus, a nuclear factor involved in apoptotic DNA fragmentation. Its depletion enhances the cytotoxic action of the chemotherapeutic drugs. Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been identified. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2011]

LOC100420509 Gene

X-linked inhibitor of apoptosis, E3 ubiquitin protein ligase pseudogene

CAAP1 Gene

caspase activity and apoptosis inhibitor 1

Involved in negative regulation of cysteine-type endopeptidase activity. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

PERP Gene

PERP, TP53 apoptosis effector

Involved in activation of cysteine-type endopeptidase activity and positive regulation of neutrophil chemotaxis. Predicted to be located in desmosome and plasma membrane. Predicted to be active in cell-cell junction. Implicated in erythrokeratodermia variabilis and mutilating palmoplantar keratoderma with periorificial keratotic plaques. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

MOAP1 Gene

modulator of apoptosis 1

The protein encoded by this gene was identified by its interaction with apoptosis regulator BAX protein. This protein contains a Bcl-2 homology 3 (BH3)-like motif, which is required for the association with BAX. When overexpressed, this gene has been shown to mediate caspase-dependent apoptosis. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

LOC643784 Gene

NLR family, apoptosis inhibitory protein pseudogene

NOL3 Gene

nucleolar protein 3 (apoptosis repressor with CARD domain)

This gene encodes an anti-apoptotic protein that has been shown to down-regulate the enzyme activities of caspase 2, caspase 8 and tumor protein p53. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2010]

AIFM2 Gene

apoptosis-inducing factor, mitochondrion-associated, 2

This gene encodes a flavoprotein oxidoreductase that binds single stranded DNA and is thought to contribute to apoptosis in the presence of bacterial and viral DNA. The expression of this gene is also found to be induced by tumor suppressor protein p53 in colon cancer cells. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2010]

AIFM3 Gene

apoptosis-inducing factor, mitochondrion-associated, 3

Predicted to enable oxidoreductase activity, acting on NAD(P)H. Involved in execution phase of apoptosis. Located in cytosol; endoplasmic reticulum; and mitochondrial inner membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

AVEN Gene

apoptosis, caspase activation inhibitor

Involved in negative regulation of apoptotic process. Located in membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

AREL1 Gene

apoptosis resistant E3 ubiquitin protein ligase 1

Enables ubiquitin protein ligase activity. Involved in negative regulation of apoptotic process; protein polyubiquitination; and ubiquitin-dependent protein catabolic process. Located in cytosol. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

API5P1 Gene

apoptosis inhibitor 5 pseudogene 1

CASP6 Gene

caspase 6, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family of enzymes. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes which undergo proteolytic processing at conserved aspartic acid residues to produce two subunits, large and small, that dimerize to form the active enzyme. This protein is processed by caspases 7, 8 and 10, and is thought to function as a downstream enzyme in the caspase activation cascade. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants that encode different isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2015]

CASP7 Gene

caspase 7, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes which undergo proteolytic processing at conserved aspartic residues to produce two subunits, large and small, that dimerize to form the active enzyme. The precursor of the encoded protein is cleaved by caspase 3 and 10, is activated upon cell death stimuli and induces apoptosis. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, May 2012]

CASP4 Gene

caspase 4, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a protein that is a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes composed of a prodomain and a large and small protease subunit. Activation of caspases requires proteolytic processing at conserved internal aspartic residues to generate a heterodimeric enzyme consisting of the large and small subunits. This caspase is able to cleave and activate its own precursor protein, as well as caspase 1 precursor. When overexpressed, this gene induces cell apoptosis. Alternative splicing results in transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

CASP5 Gene

caspase 5, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes which undergo proteolytic processing at conserved aspartic residues to produce two subunits, large and small, that dimerize to form the active enzyme. Overexpression of the active form of this enzyme induces apoptosis in fibroblasts. Max, a central component of the Myc/Max/Mad transcription regulation network important for cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis, is cleaved by this protein; this process requires Fas-mediated dephosphorylation of Max. The expression of this gene is regulated by interferon-gamma and lipopolysaccharide. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been identified for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2010]

CASP2 Gene

caspase 2, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Caspases mediate cellular apoptosis through the proteolytic cleavage of specific protein substrates. The encoded protein may function in stress-induced cell death pathways, cell cycle maintenance, and the suppression of tumorigenesis. Increased expression of this gene may play a role in neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's disease, Huntington's disease and temporal lobe epilepsy. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2011]

CASP3 Gene

caspase 3, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

The protein encoded by this gene is a cysteine-aspartic acid protease that plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. The encoded protein cleaves and inactivates poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase while it cleaves and activates sterol regulatory element binding proteins as well as caspases 6, 7, and 9. This protein itself is processed by caspases 8, 9, and 10. It is the predominant caspase involved in the cleavage of amyloid-beta 4A precursor protein, which is associated with neuronal death in Alzheimer's disease. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2017]

CASP1 Gene

caspase 1, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a protein which is a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes which undergo proteolytic processing at conserved aspartic residues to produce 2 subunits, large and small, that dimerize to form the active enzyme. This gene was identified by its ability to proteolytically cleave and activate the inactive precursor of interleukin-1, a cytokine involved in the processes such as inflammation, septic shock, and wound healing. This gene has been shown to induce cell apoptosis and may function in various developmental stages. Studies of a similar gene in mouse suggest a role in the pathogenesis of Huntington disease. Alternative splicing results in transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2012]

CASP8 Gene

caspase 8, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes composed of a prodomain, a large protease subunit, and a small protease subunit. Activation of caspases requires proteolytic processing at conserved internal aspartic residues to generate a heterodimeric enzyme consisting of the large and small subunits. This protein is involved in the programmed cell death induced by Fas and various apoptotic stimuli. The N-terminal FADD-like death effector domain of this protein suggests that it may interact with Fas-interacting protein FADD. This protein was detected in the insoluble fraction of the affected brain region from Huntington disease patients but not in those from normal controls, which implicated the role in neurodegenerative diseases. Many alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been described, although not all variants have had their full-length sequences determined. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

CASP9 Gene

caspase 9, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes which undergo proteolytic processing at conserved aspartic residues to produce two subunits, large and small, that dimerize to form the active enzyme. This protein can undergo autoproteolytic processing and activation by the apoptosome, a protein complex of cytochrome c and the apoptotic peptidase activating factor 1; this step is thought to be one of the earliest in the caspase activation cascade. This protein is thought to play a central role in apoptosis and to be a tumor suppressor. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, May 2013]

THAP2 Gene

THAP domain containing, apoptosis associated protein 2

Predicted to enable DNA binding activity and metal ion binding activity. Located in nucleolus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

THAP3 Gene

THAP domain containing, apoptosis associated protein 3

Predicted to enable DNA binding activity and metal ion binding activity. Involved in positive regulation of transcription by RNA polymerase II. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TRIAP1 Gene

TP53 regulated inhibitor of apoptosis 1

Enables p53 binding activity. Contributes to phosphatidic acid transfer activity. Involved in several processes, including DNA damage response, signal transduction by p53 class mediator; negative regulation of apoptotic signaling pathway; and positive regulation of phospholipid transport. Located in mitochondrial intermembrane space and nucleoplasm. Part of protein-containing complex. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC100128413 Gene

X-linked inhibitor of apoptosis, E3 ubiquitin protein ligase pseudogene

LOC728535 Gene

NLR family, apoptosis inhibitory protein pseudogene

APITD1 Gene

apoptosis-inducing, TAF9-like domain 1

This gene was identified in the neuroblastoma tumor suppressor candidate region on chromosome 1p36. It contains a TFIID-31 domain, similar to that found in TATA box-binding protein-associated factor, TAF(II)31, which is required for p53-mediated transcription activation. This gene was expressed at very low levels in neuroblastoma tumors, and was shown to reduce cell growth in neuroblastoma cells, suggesting that it may have a role in a cell death pathway. The protein is a component of multiple complexes, including the Fanconi anemia (FA) core complex, the APITD1/CENPS complex, and the CENPA-CAD (nucleosome distal) complex. Known functions include an involvement with chromatin associations of the FA core complex, and a role in the stable assembly of the outer kinetochore. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants. Naturally occurring read-through transcripts also exist between this gene and the downstream cortistatin (CORT) gene, as represented in GeneID:100526739. An APITD1-related pseudogene has been identified on chromosome 7. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2010]

BIK Gene

BCL2-interacting killer (apoptosis-inducing)

The protein encoded by this gene shares a critical BH3 domain with other death-promoting proteins, such as BID, BAK, BAD and BAX, that is required for its pro-apoptotic activity, and for interaction with anti-apoptotic members of the BCL2 family, and viral survival-promoting proteins. Since the activity of this protein is suppressed in the presence of survival-promoting proteins, it is suggested as a likely target for anti-apoptotic proteins. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2011]

CASP1P1 Gene

caspase 1, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase pseudogene 1

CASP1P3 Gene

caspase 1, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase pseudogene 3

CASP1P2 Gene

caspase 1, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase pseudogene 2

AIFM1 Gene

apoptosis-inducing factor, mitochondrion-associated, 1

This gene encodes a flavoprotein essential for nuclear disassembly in apoptotic cells, and it is found in the mitochondrial intermembrane space in healthy cells. Induction of apoptosis results in the translocation of this protein to the nucleus where it affects chromosome condensation and fragmentation. In addition, this gene product induces mitochondria to release the apoptogenic proteins cytochrome c and caspase-9. Mutations in this gene cause combined oxidative phosphorylation deficiency 6 (COXPD6), a severe mitochondrial encephalomyopathy, as well as Cowchock syndrome, also known as X-linked recessive Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease-4 (CMTX-4), a disorder resulting in neuropathy, and axonal and motor-sensory defects with deafness and cognitive disability. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. A related pseudogene has been identified on chromosome 10. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2015]

SYVN1 Gene

synovial apoptosis inhibitor 1, synoviolin

This gene encodes a protein involved in endoplasmic reticulum (ER)-associated degradation. The encoded protein removes unfolded proteins, accumulated during ER stress, by retrograde transport to the cytosol from the ER. This protein also uses the ubiquitin-proteasome system for additional degradation of unfolded proteins. Sequence analysis identified two transcript variants that encode different isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, May 2011]

LOC100129138 Gene

THAP domain containing, apoptosis associated protein 3 pseudogene

LOC400446 Gene

PERP, TP53 apoptosis effector pseudogene

NAIP Gene

NLR family, apoptosis inhibitory protein

This gene is part of a 500 kb inverted duplication on chromosome 5q13. This duplicated region contains at least four genes and repetitive elements which make it prone to rearrangements and deletions. The repetitiveness and complexity of the sequence have also caused difficulty in determining the organization of this genomic region. This copy of the gene is full length; additional copies with truncations and internal deletions are also present in this region of chromosome 5q13. It is thought that this gene is a modifier of spinal muscular atrophy caused by mutations in a neighboring gene, SMN1. The protein encoded by this gene contains regions of homology to two baculovirus inhibitor of apoptosis proteins, and it is able to suppress apoptosis induced by various signals. Alternative splicing and the use of alternative promoters results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2016]

CASP10 Gene

caspase 10, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a protein which is a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes which undergo proteolytic processing at conserved aspartic residues to produce two subunits, large and small, that dimerize to form the active enzyme. This protein cleaves and activates caspases 3 and 7, and the protein itself is processed by caspase 8. Mutations in this gene are associated with type IIA autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome, non-Hodgkin lymphoma and gastric cancer. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been described for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2011]

CASP14 Gene

caspase 14, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase

This gene encodes a member of the cysteine-aspartic acid protease (caspase) family. Sequential activation of caspases plays a central role in the execution-phase of cell apoptosis. Caspases exist as inactive proenzymes which undergo proteolytic processing at conserved aspartic residues to produce two subunits, large and small, that dimerize to form the active enzyme. This caspase has been shown to be processed and activated by caspase 8 and caspase 10 in vitro, and by anti-Fas agonist antibody or TNF-related apoptosis inducing ligand in vivo. The expression and processing of this caspase may be involved in keratinocyte terminal differentiation, which is important for the formation of the skin barrier. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

CASP16 Gene

caspase 16, apoptosis-related cysteine peptidase (putative)

SIVA1 Gene

SIVA1, apoptosis-inducing factor

This gene encodes an E3 ubiquitin ligase that regulates cell cycle progression, cell proliferation and apoptosis. The N-terminus of this protein binds to the cytoplasmic tail of the CD27 antigen, a member of the tumor necrosis factor receptor (TNFR) superfamily. In response to UV radiation-induced DNA damage, this protein has been shown to mediate the ubiquitination of proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA), an important step in translesion DNA synthesis. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2018]

AATF Gene

apoptosis antagonizing transcription factor

The protein encoded by this gene was identified on the basis of its interaction with MAP3K12/DLK, a protein kinase known to be involved in the induction of cell apoptosis. This gene product contains a leucine zipper, which is a characteristic motif of transcription factors, and was shown to exhibit strong transactivation activity when fused to Gal4 DNA binding domain. Overexpression of this gene interfered with MAP3K12 induced apoptosis. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

PAWRP1 Gene

PRKC, apoptosis, WT1, regulator pseudogene 1

PAWRP2 Gene

PRKC, apoptosis, WT1, regulator pseudogene 2

LOC100129725 Gene

PERP, TP53 apoptosis effector pseudogene

LOC728519 Gene

NLR family, apoptosis inhibitory protein pseudogene

API5P2 Gene

apoptosis inhibitor 5 pseudogene 2

NIBAN2 Gene

niban apoptosis regulator 2

Enables transcription coactivator activity. Involved in several processes, including gonadotropin secretion; negative regulation of apoptotic process; and regulation of nucleobase-containing compound metabolic process. Located in several cellular components, including adherens junction; cytosol; and nucleoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

ELAPOR1 Gene

endosome-lysosome associated apoptosis and autophagy regulator 1

Expression of this gene is induced by estrogen and the encoded protein has been characterized as a transmembrane protein. The encoded protein has been found in to correlate with survival in certain carcinomas (PMID: 21102415) and may be important for cellular response to stress (PMID: 21072319). Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, May 2012]

NIBAN3 Gene

niban apoptosis regulator 3

NIBAN1 Gene

niban apoptosis regulator 1

This gene encodes a member of the family with sequence similarity 129 protein family. This gene is highly expressed in several cancer cells and may serve as a prognostic marker for certain cancers. The encoded protein may play a role in regulating p53-mediated apoptosis. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2016]

ELAPOR2 Gene

endosome-lysosome associated apoptosis and autophagy regulator family member 2

Predicted to enable BMP receptor binding activity. Predicted to be involved in negative regulation of nervous system development; positive regulation of BMP signaling pathway; and positive regulation of epidermis development. Predicted to be located in plasma membrane. Predicted to be active in membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC391020 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 3 pseudogene

SIPA1L1 Gene

signal-induced proliferation-associated 1 like 1

Predicted to enable GTPase activator activity; actin filament binding activity; and protein kinase binding activity. Predicted to be involved in several processes, including activation of GTPase activity; ephrin receptor signaling pathway; and regulation of postsynapse organization. Located in actin cytoskeleton and plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

SIPA1L2 Gene

signal-induced proliferation-associated 1 like 2

This gene encodes a member of the signal-induced proliferation-associated 1 like family. Members of this family contain a GTPase activating domain, a PDZ domain and a C-terminal coiled-coil domain with a leucine zipper. A similar protein in rat acts as a GTPases for the small GTPase Rap. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2015]

SIPA1 Gene

signal-induced proliferation-associated 1

The product of this gene is a mitogen induced GTPase activating protein (GAP). It exhibits a specific GAP activity for Ras-related regulatory proteins Rap1 and Rap2, but not for Ran or other small GTPases. This protein may also hamper mitogen-induced cell cycle progression when abnormally or prematurely expressed. It is localized to the perinuclear region. Two alternatively spliced variants encoding the same isoform have been characterized to date. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

IFITM8P Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 8 pseudogene

IFI35 Gene

interferon-induced protein 35

Enables identical protein binding activity. Involved in several processes, including macrophage activation involved in immune response; negative regulation of non-canonical NF-kappaB signal transduction; and positive regulation of defense response. Located in several cellular components, including cytosol; extracellular space; and nuclear lumen. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFIT1P1 Gene

interferon-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 1 pseudogene 1

STIP1 Gene

stress-induced phosphoprotein 1

STIP1 is an adaptor protein that coordinates the functions of HSP70 (see HSPA1A; MIM 140550) and HSP90 (see HSP90AA1; MIM 140571) in protein folding. It is thought to assist in the transfer of proteins from HSP70 to HSP90 by binding both HSP90 and substrate-bound HSP70. STIP1 also stimulates the ATPase activity of HSP70 and inhibits the ATPase activity of HSP90, suggesting that it regulates both the conformations and ATPase cycles of these chaperones (Song and Masison, 2005 [PubMed 16100115]).[supplied by OMIM, Jul 2009]

PIH2 Gene

pregnancy-induced hypertension syndrome-related protein

PIP Gene

prolactin-induced protein

Enables IgG binding activity; aspartic-type endopeptidase activity; and identical protein binding activity. Involved in several processes, including detection of chemical stimulus involved in sensory perception of bitter taste; negative regulation of T cell apoptotic process; and proteolysis. Located in extracellular space and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

PIDD1 Gene

p53-induced death domain protein 1

The protein encoded by this gene contains a leucine-rich repeat and a death domain. This protein has been shown to interact with other death domain proteins, such as Fas (TNFRSF6)-associated via death domain (FADD) and MAP-kinase activating death domain-containing protein (MADD), and thus may function as an adaptor protein in cell death-related signaling processes. The expression of the mouse counterpart of this gene has been found to be positively regulated by the tumor suppressor p53 and to induce cell apoptosis in response to DNA damage, which suggests a role for this gene as an effector of p53-dependent apoptosis. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2010]

AICDA Gene

activation-induced cytidine deaminase

This gene encodes a RNA-editing deaminase that is a member of the cytidine deaminase family. AICDA is specifically expressed and active in germinal center-like B cells. In the germinal center, AICDA is involved in somatic hypermutation, gene conversion, and class-switch recombination of immunoglobulin genes. An epigenetic role in neoplastic transformation and lymphoma progression has been experimentally ascribed to AICDA using mouse models. Defects in this gene are the cause of autosomal recessive hyper-IgM immunodeficiency syndrome type 2 (HIGM2). [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2020]

PMAIP1 Gene

phorbol-12-myristate-13-acetate-induced protein 1

This gene belongs to a pro-apoptotic subfamily within the BCL-2 protein family, referred to as the BCL-2 homology domain 3 (BH3)-only subfamily, which determine whether a cell commits to apoptosis. In response to death-inducing stimuli, BH3-only members inhibit the anti-apoptotic BCL-2 family members, which under steady-state conditions keep the multi-BH domain proteins BAX and BAK, in an inactive state. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2020]

GDAP2 Gene

ganglioside induced differentiation associated protein 2

Predicted to act upstream of or within response to retinoic acid. Located in lysosomal membrane. Implicated in autosomal recessive spinocerebellar ataxia 27. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

GDAP1 Gene

ganglioside induced differentiation associated protein 1

This gene encodes a member of the ganglioside-induced differentiation-associated protein family, which may play a role in a signal transduction pathway during neuronal development. Mutations in this gene have been associated with various forms of Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease and neuropathy. Two transcript variants encoding different isoforms and a noncoding variant have been identified for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]

TGFB1I1 Gene

transforming growth factor beta 1 induced transcript 1

This gene encodes a coactivator of the androgen receptor, a transcription factor which is activated by androgen and has a key role in male sexual differentiation. The encoded protein is thought to regulate androgen receptor activity and may have a role to play in the treatment of prostate cancer. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2009]

LOC442017 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 3 pseudogene

IFITM5 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 5

This gene encodes a membrane protein thought to play a role in bone mineralization. This gene is located on chromosome 11 in a cluster of related genes which are induced by interferon, however, this gene has not been shown to be interferon inducible. A similar gene, located in a gene cluster on mouse chromosome 7, is a member of the interferon-inducible fragilis gene family. The mouse gene encodes a transmembrane protein described as participating in germ cell competence. A mutation in the 5' UTR of this gene has been associated with osteogenesis imperfecta type V (PMID: 22863190, 22863195). [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2012]

CIHL Gene

hearing loss, cisplatin-induced, susceptibility to

PINK1 Gene

PTEN induced putative kinase 1

This gene encodes a serine/threonine protein kinase that localizes to mitochondria. It is thought to protect cells from stress-induced mitochondrial dysfunction. Mutations in this gene cause one form of autosomal recessive early-onset Parkinson disease. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

MNRI Gene

meningioma, radiation-induced

IFI44 Gene

interferon-induced protein 44

Predicted to be involved in immune response. Predicted to act upstream of or within response to bacterium. Predicted to be located in cytoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

PARTICL Gene

promoter of MAT2A antisense radiation-induced circulating long non-coding RNA

Enables dsDNA-RNA triple helix-forming chromatin adaptor activity and mRNA binding activity. Involved in cellular response to ionizing radiation and regulatory ncRNA-mediated heterochromatin formation. Is active in cytosol and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LSINCT5 Gene

long stress-induced non-coding transcript 5

TGIF2P1 Gene

TGFB-induced factor homeobox 2 pseudogene 1

AVPI1 Gene

arginine vasopressin-induced 1

Predicted to be involved in positive regulation of MAPK cascade. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

PRINS Gene

psoriasis associated non-protein coding RNA induced by stress

STAT6 Gene

signal transducer and activator of transcription 6, interleukin-4 induced

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the STAT family of transcription factors. In response to cytokines and growth factors, STAT family members are phosphorylated by the receptor associated kinases, and then form homo- or heterodimers that translocate to the cell nucleus where they act as transcription activators. This protein plays a central role in exerting IL4 mediated biological responses. It is found to induce the expression of BCL2L1/BCL-X(L), which is responsible for the anti-apoptotic activity of IL4. Knockout studies in mice suggested the roles of this gene in differentiation of T helper 2 (Th2) cells, expression of cell surface markers, and class switch of immunoglobulins. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants.[provided by RefSeq, May 2010]

RAI1 Gene

retinoic acid induced 1

This gene is located within the Smith-Magenis syndrome region on chromosome 17. It is highly similar to its mouse counterpart and is expressed at high levels mainly in neuronal tissues. The protein encoded by this gene includes a polymorphic polyglutamine tract in the N-terminal domain. Expression of the mouse counterpart in neurons is induced by retinoic acid. This gene is associated with both the severity of the phenotype and the response to medication in schizophrenic patients. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

SIPA1L3 Gene

signal-induced proliferation-associated 1 like 3

This gene belongs to the signal induced proliferation associated 1 family of genes, which encode GTPase-activating proteins specific for the GTP-binding protein Rap1. Rap1 has been implicated in regulation of cell adhesion, cell polarity, and organization of the cytoskeleton. Like other members of the family, the protein encoded by this gene contains RapGAP and PDZ domains. In addition, this protein contains a C-terminal leucine zipper domain. This gene is proposed to function in epithelial cell morphogenesis and establishment or maintenance of polarity. Consistently, expression of the protein in cell culture showed localization to cell-cell borders in apical regions, and downregulation of the gene in 3D Caco2 cell culture resulted in abnormal cell polarity and morphogenesis. Allelic variants of this gene have been associated with congenital cataracts in humans. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2016]

MINA Gene

MYC induced nuclear antigen

MINA is a c-Myc (MYC; MIM 190080) target gene that may play a role in cell proliferation or regulation of cell growth. (Tsuneoka et al., 2002 [PubMed 12091391]; Zhang et al., 2005 [PubMed 15897898]).[supplied by OMIM, May 2008]

EI24P2 Gene

etoposide induced 2.4 pseudogene 2

EI24P3 Gene

etoposide induced 2.4 pseudogene 3

EI24P1 Gene

etoposide induced 2.4 pseudogene 1

EI24P4 Gene

etoposide induced 2.4 pseudogene 4

IFIH1 Gene

interferon induced with helicase C domain 1

IFIH1 encodes MDA5 which is an intracellular sensor of viral RNA that triggers the innate immune response. Sensing RNA length and secondary structure, MDA5 binds dsRNA oligonucleotides with a modified DExD/H-box helicase core and a C-terminal domain, thus leading to a proinflammatory response that includes interferons. It has been shown that Coronaviruses (CoVs) as well as various other virus families, are capable of evading the MDA5-dependent interferon response, thus impeding the activation of the innate immune response to infection. MDA5 has also been shown to play an important role in enhancing natural killer cell function in malaria infection. In addition to its protective role in antiviral responses, MDA5 has been implicated in autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases such as type 1 diabetes, systemic lupus erythematosus, and Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome[provided by RefSeq, Jul 2020]

PMEPA1 Gene

prostate transmembrane protein, androgen induced 1

This gene encodes a transmembrane protein that contains a Smad interacting motif (SIM). Expression of this gene is induced by androgens and transforming growth factor beta, and the encoded protein suppresses the androgen receptor and transforming growth factor beta signaling pathways though interactions with Smad proteins. Overexpression of this gene may play a role in multiple types of cancer. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2011]

TIGAR Gene

TP53 induced glycolysis regulatory phosphatase

This gene is regulated as part of the p53 tumor suppressor pathway and encodes a protein with sequence similarity to the bisphosphate domain of the glycolytic enzyme that degrades fructose-2,6-bisphosphate. The protein functions by blocking glycolysis and directing the pathway into the pentose phosphate shunt. Expression of this protein also protects cells from DNA damaging reactive oxygen species and provides some protection from DNA damage-induced apoptosis. The 12p13.32 region that includes this gene is paralogous to the 11q13.3 region. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

LOC100101247 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein pseudogene

LOC100101246 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 3 pseudogene

LINC-PINT Gene

long intergenic non-protein coding RNA, p53 induced transcript

Involved in negative regulation of transcription by RNA polymerase II. Located in nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFITM10 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 10

Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC442389 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein pseudogene

RARRES2 Gene

retinoic acid receptor responder (tazarotene induced) 2

This gene encodes a secreted chemotactic protein that initiates chemotaxis via the ChemR23 G protein-coupled seven-transmembrane domain ligand. Expression of this gene is upregulated by the synthetic retinoid tazarotene and occurs in a wide variety of tissues. The active protein has several roles, including that as an adipokine and as an antimicrobial protein with activity against bacteria and fungi. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2014]

RARRES3 Gene

retinoic acid receptor responder (tazarotene induced) 3

Retinoids exert biologic effects such as potent growth inhibitory and cell differentiation activities and are used in the treatment of hyperproliferative dermatological diseases. These effects are mediated by specific nuclear receptor proteins that are members of the steroid and thyroid hormone receptor superfamily of transcriptional regulators. RARRES1, RARRES2, and RARRES3 are genes whose expression is upregulated by the synthetic retinoid tazarotene. RARRES3 is thought act as a tumor suppressor or growth regulator. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

RARRES1 Gene

retinoic acid receptor responder (tazarotene induced) 1

This gene was identified as a retinoid acid (RA) receptor-responsive gene. It encodes a type 1 membrane protein. The expression of this gene is upregulated by tazarotene as well as by retinoic acid receptors. The expression of this gene is found to be downregulated in prostate cancer, which is caused by the methylation of its promoter and CpG island. Alternatively spliced transcript variant encoding distinct isoforms have been observed. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

EI24 Gene

etoposide induced 2.4

This gene encodes a putative tumor suppressor and has higher expression in p53-expressing cells than in control cells and is an immediate-early induction target of p53-mediated apoptosis. The encoded protein may suppress cell growth by inducing apoptotic cell death through the caspase 9 and mitochondrial pathways. This gene is located on human chromosome 11q24, a region frequently altered in cancers. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. Pseudogenes of this gene have been defined on chromosomes 1, 3, 7, and 8. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2014]

GDAP1L1 Gene

ganglioside induced differentiation associated protein 1-like 1

The ganglioside GD3 synthase causes cell differentiation with neurite sprouting when transfected into the mouse neuroblastoma cell line Neuro2a. After differentiation, the expression of several genes is upregulated, including one that encodes a protein termed ganglioside-induced differentiation-associated protein 1 (Gdap1). A similar gene was found in humans, and mutations in the human gene are associated with Charcot-Marie-Tooth type 4A disease. The protein encoded by this gene is similar in sequence to the human GDAP1 protein. Several transcript variants encoding different isoforms, as well as a noncoding transcript variant, have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]

IFITM9P Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 9 pseudogene

LOC442309 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 3 pseudogene

LOC100187725 Gene

5-azacytidine induced 2 pseudogene

EBI3 Gene

Epstein-Barr virus induced 3

This gene was identified by its induced expression in B lymphocytes in response Epstein-Barr virus infection. It encodes a secreted glycoprotein belonging to the hematopoietin receptor family, and heterodimerizes with a 28 kDa protein to form interleukin 27 (IL-27). IL-27 regulates T cell and inflammatory responses, in part by activating the Jak/STAT pathway of CD4+ T cells. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2008]

LOC728048 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein pseudogene

FGF8 Gene

fibroblast growth factor 8 (androgen-induced)

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) family. FGF family members possess broad mitogenic and cell survival activities, and are involved in a variety of biological processes, including embryonic development, cell growth, morphogenesis, tissue repair, tumor growth and invasion. This protein is known to be a factor that supports androgen and anchorage independent growth of mammary tumor cells. Overexpression of this gene has been shown to increase tumor growth and angiogensis. The adult expression of this gene is restricted to testes and ovaries. Temporal and spatial pattern of this gene expression suggests its function as an embryonic epithelial factor. Studies of the mouse and chick homologs revealed roles in midbrain and limb development, organogenesis, embryo gastrulation and left-right axis determination. The alternative splicing of this gene results in four transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

ATRAID Gene

all-trans retinoic acid-induced differentiation factor

This gene is thought to be involved in apoptosis, and may also be involved in hematopoietic development and differentiation. The use of alternative splice sites and promotors result in multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms.[provided by RefSeq, Dec 2009]

EPRPDC Gene

Epilepsy, rolandic, with paroxysmal exercise-induced dystonia and writer's cramp

OIT3 Gene

oncoprotein induced transcript 3

This gene was identified due to its downregulation in hepatocarcinomas. The encoded protein may be involved in liver development and function. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2016]

IFITM4P Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 4 pseudogene

INSIG1 Gene

insulin induced gene 1

This gene encodes an endoplasmic reticulum membrane protein that regulates cholesterol metabolism, lipogenesis, and glucose homeostasis. The encoded protein has six transmembrane helices which contain an effector protein binding site. It binds the sterol-sensing domains of sterol regulatory element-binding protein (SREBP) cleavage-activating protein (SCAP) and 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase (HMG-CoA reductase), and is essential for the sterol-mediated trafficking of these two proteins. It promotes the endoplasmic reticulum retention of SCAP and the ubiquitin-mediated degradation of HMG-CoA reductase. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2016]

TNFAIP8 Gene

tumor necrosis factor, alpha-induced protein 8

Enables cysteine-type endopeptidase inhibitor activity involved in apoptotic process. Involved in positive regulation of apoptotic process. Located in cytoplasm and nucleoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC100533631 Gene

5-azacytidine induced 2 pseudogene

IFIT6P Gene

interferon-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 6, pseudogene

TNFAIP6 Gene

tumor necrosis factor, alpha-induced protein 6

The protein encoded by this gene is a secretory protein that contains a hyaluronan-binding domain, and thus is a member of the hyaluronan-binding protein family. The hyaluronan-binding domain is known to be involved in extracellular matrix stability and cell migration. This protein has been shown to form a stable complex with inter-alpha-inhibitor (I alpha I), and thus enhance the serine protease inhibitory activity of I alpha I, which is important in the protease network associated with inflammation. This gene can be induced by proinflammatory cytokines such as tumor necrosis factor alpha and interleukin-1. Enhanced levels of this protein are found in the synovial fluid of patients with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.[provided by RefSeq, Dec 2010]

TNFAIP3 Gene

tumor necrosis factor, alpha-induced protein 3

This gene was identified as a gene whose expression is rapidly induced by the tumor necrosis factor (TNF). The protein encoded by this gene is a zinc finger protein and ubiqitin-editing enzyme, and has been shown to inhibit NF-kappa B activation as well as TNF-mediated apoptosis. The encoded protein, which has both ubiquitin ligase and deubiquitinase activities, is involved in the cytokine-mediated immune and inflammatory responses. Several transcript variants encoding the same protein have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2012]

TNFAIP2 Gene

tumor necrosis factor, alpha-induced protein 2

This gene was identified as a gene whose expression can be induced by the tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF) in umbilical vein endothelial cells. The expression of this gene was shown to be induced by retinoic acid in a cell line expressing a oncogenic version of the retinoic acid receptor alpha fusion protein, which suggested that this gene may be a retinoic acid target gene in acute promyelocytic leukemia. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

TGFBI Gene

transforming growth factor, beta-induced, 68kDa

This gene encodes an RGD-containing protein that binds to type I, II and IV collagens. The RGD motif is found in many extracellular matrix proteins modulating cell adhesion and serves as a ligand recognition sequence for several integrins. This protein plays a role in cell-collagen interactions and may be involved in endochondrial bone formation in cartilage. The protein is induced by transforming growth factor-beta and acts to inhibit cell adhesion. Mutations in this gene are associated with multiple types of corneal dystrophy. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

TGIF1P1 Gene

TGFB-induced factor homeobox 1 pseudogene 1

DSPA2D Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 3 pseudogene

LITAF Gene

lipopolysaccharide-induced TNF factor

Lipopolysaccharide is a potent stimulator of monocytes and macrophages, causing secretion of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) and other inflammatory mediators. This gene encodes lipopolysaccharide-induced TNF-alpha factor, which is a DNA-binding protein and can mediate the TNF-alpha expression by direct binding to the promoter region of the TNF-alpha gene. The transcription of this gene is induced by tumor suppressor p53 and has been implicated in the p53-induced apoptotic pathway. Mutations in this gene cause Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1C (CMT1C) and may be involved in the carcinogenesis of extramammary Paget's disease (EMPD). Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2014]

PERM1 Gene

PPARGC1 and ESRR induced regulator, muscle 1

Involved in response to muscle activity. Predicted to be active in cytoplasm and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFI44L Gene

interferon-induced protein 44-like

Predicted to be involved in immune response. Predicted to be located in cytoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TGIF2LY Gene

TGFB-induced factor homeobox 2-like, Y-linked

This gene encodes a member of the TALE/TGIF homeobox family of transcription factors. This gene lies within the male specific region of chromosome Y, in a block of sequence that is thought to be the result of a large X-to-Y transposition. The C-terminus of this protein is divergent from that of its chromosome X homolog (TGIF2LX), suggesting that this protein may act as a regulator of TGIF2LX. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

TGIF2LX Gene

TGFB-induced factor homeobox 2-like, X-linked

This gene encodes a member of the TALE/TGIF homeobox family of transcription factors. Testis-specific expression suggests that this gene may play a role in spermatogenesis. A homolog of this gene lies within the male specific region of chromosome Y, in a block of sequence that is thought to be the result of a large X-to-Y transposition. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

OSGIN2 Gene

oxidative stress induced growth inhibitor family member 2

Predicted to enable growth factor activity. Predicted to be involved in negative regulation of cell growth. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

OSGIN1 Gene

oxidative stress induced growth inhibitor 1

This gene encodes an oxidative stress response protein that regulates cell death. Expression of the gene is regulated by p53 and is induced by DNA damage. The protein regulates apoptosis by inducing cytochrome c release from mitochondria. It also appears to be a key regulator of both inflammatory and anti-inflammatory molecules. The loss of this protein correlates with uncontrolled cell growth and tumor formation. Naturally occurring read-through transcription exists between this gene and the neighboring upstream malonyl-CoA decarboxylase (MLYCD) gene, but the read-through transcripts are unlikely to produce a protein product. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2011]

AIG1 Gene

androgen-induced 1

Enables hydrolase activity. Involved in long-chain fatty acid catabolic process. Located in membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

RAI2 Gene

retinoic acid induced 2

Retinoic acid plays a critical role in development, cellular growth, and differentiation. The specific function of this retinoic acid-induced gene has not yet been determined but it may play a role in development. The chromosomal location of this gene designates it to be a candidate for diseases such as Nance-Horan syndrome, sensorineural deafness, non-specific X-linked cognitive disability, oral-facial-digital syndrome, and Fried syndrome. Alternate splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2010]

IFITM3 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 3

Interferon-induced transmembrane (IFITM) proteins are a family of interferon induced antiviral proteins. The family contains five members, including IFITM1, IFITM2 and IFITM3 and belong to the CD225 superfamily. The protein encoded by this gene restricts cellular entry by diverse viral pathogens, such as influenza A virus, Ebola virus and Sars-CoV-2. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2021]

IFITM1 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 1

Interferon-induced transmembrane (IFITM) proteins are a family of interferon induced antiviral proteins. The family contains five members, including IFITM1, IFITM2 and IFITM3 that belong to the CD225 superfamily. The protein encoded by this gene restricts cellular entry by diverse viral pathogens, such as influenza A virus, Ebola virus and Sars-CoV-2. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2021]

GLCCI1 Gene

glucocorticoid induced 1

This gene encodes a protein of unknown function. Expression of this gene is induced by glucocorticoids and may be an early marker for glucocorticoid-induced apoptosis. Single nucleotide polymorphisms in this gene are associated with a decreased response to inhaled glucocorticoids in asthmatic patients. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]

IL4I1 Gene

interleukin 4 induced 1

This gene encodes a secreted L-amino acid oxidase protein which primarily catabolizes L-phenylalanine and, to a lesser extent, L-arginine. The expression of this gene is induced by the cytokine interleukin 4 in B cells. This gene is also expressed in macrophages and dendritic cells. This protein may play a role immune system escape as it is expressed in tumor-associated macrophages and suppresses T-cell responses. This protein also contains domains thought to be involved in the binding of flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD) cofactor. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. Some transcripts of this gene share a promoter and exons of the 5' UTR with the overlapping NUP62 gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2020]

LOC123862 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein pseudogene

LOC101929989 Gene

lipopolysaccharide-induced tumor necrosis factor-alpha factor-like

Predicted to enable zinc ion binding activity. Predicted to be involved in regulation of cytokine production. Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in cytoplasmic side of late endosome membrane; cytoplasmic side of lysosomal membrane; and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

RARRES2P8 Gene

retinoic acid receptor responder (tazarotene induced) 2 pseudogene 8

RARRES2P2 Gene

retinoic acid receptor responder (tazarotene induced) 2 pseudogene 2

RARRES2P1 Gene

retinoic acid receptor responder (tazarotene induced) 2 pseudogene 1

RARRES2P4 Gene

retinoic acid receptor responder (tazarotene induced) 2 pseudogene 4

IFITM2 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 2

Interferon-induced transmembrane (IFITM) proteins are a family of interferon induced antiviral proteins. The family contains five members, including IFITM1, IFITM2 and IFITM3 and belong to the CD225 superfamily. The protein encoded by this gene restricts cellular entry by diverse viral pathogens, such as influenza A virus, Ebola virus and Sars-CoV-2. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2021]

AZI2 Gene

5-azacytidine induced 2

AZI2, or NAP1, contributes to the activation of NFKB (see MIM 164011)-dependent gene expression by activating IKK-related kinases, such as NAK (TBK1; MIM 604834) (Fujita et al., 2003 [PubMed 14560022]).[supplied by OMIM, Mar 2008]

TIAF1 Gene

TGFB1-induced anti-apoptotic factor 1

IFIT5 Gene

interferon-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 5

Enables nucleic acid binding activity. Involved in defense response to virus; negative regulation of viral genome replication; and positive regulation of canonical NF-kappaB signal transduction. Located in several cellular components, including IkappaB kinase complex; actin cytoskeleton; and ruffle membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFIT3 Gene

interferon-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 3

Enables identical protein binding activity. Involved in antiviral innate immune response; negative regulation of apoptotic process; and negative regulation of cell population proliferation. Located in cytosol and mitochondrion. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFIT2 Gene

interferon-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 2

Enables RNA binding activity. Involved in antiviral innate immune response and positive regulation of apoptotic process. Located in endoplasmic reticulum. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFIT1 Gene

interferon-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 1

This gene encodes a protein containing tetratricopeptide repeats that was originally identified as induced upon treatment with interferon. The encoded protein may inhibit viral replication and translational initiation. This gene is located in a cluster on chromosome 10 with five other closely related genes. There is a pseudogene for this gene on chromosome 13. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2012]

STIP1P1 Gene

stress-induced phosphoprotein 1 pseudogene 1

STIP1P2 Gene

stress-induced phosphoprotein 1 pseudogene 2

STIP1P3 Gene

stress-induced phosphoprotein 1 pseudogene 3

LOC643058 Gene

interferon induced transmembrane protein 3 pseudogene

EI24P5 Gene

etoposide induced 2.4 pseudogene 5

RAI14 Gene

retinoic acid induced 14

Predicted to enable actin binding activity. Predicted to be involved in cell differentiation and spermatogenesis. Located in cytosol; fibrillar center; and nucleoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

INSIG2 Gene

insulin induced gene 2

The protein encoded by this gene is highly similar to the protein product encoded by gene INSIG1. Both INSIG1 protein and this protein are endoplasmic reticulum proteins that block the processing of sterol regulatory element binding proteins (SREBPs) by binding to SREBP cleavage-activating protein (SCAP), and thus prevent SCAP from escorting SREBPs to the Golgi. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

RASD1 Gene

RAS, dexamethasone-induced 1

This gene encodes a member of the Ras superfamily of small GTPases and is induced by dexamethasone. The encoded protein is an activator of G-protein signaling and acts as a direct nucleotide exchange factor for Gi-Go proteins. This protein interacts with the neuronal nitric oxide adaptor protein CAPON, and a nuclear adaptor protein FE65, which interacts with the Alzheimer's disease amyloid precursor protein. This gene may play a role in dexamethasone-induced alterations in cell morphology, growth and cell-extracellular matrix interactions. Epigenetic inactivation of this gene is closely correlated with resistance to dexamethasone in multiple myeloma cells. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene.[provided by RefSeq, Sep 2011]

IFIT1B Gene

interferon-induced protein with tetratricopeptide repeats 1B

Predicted to enable RNA binding activity. Predicted to be involved in defense response to virus. Predicted to act upstream of or within cellular response to interferon-alpha; cellular response to interferon-beta; and response to bacterium. Predicted to be located in cytoplasm. Predicted to be active in cytosol. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC100129830 Gene

5-azacytidine induced 2 pseudogene

TGIF2 Gene

TGFB-induced factor homeobox 2

The protein encoded by this gene is a DNA-binding homeobox protein and a transcriptional repressor, which appears to repress transcription by recruiting histone deacetylases to TGF beta-responsive genes. This gene is amplified and over-expressed in some ovarian cancers. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. A related pseudogene has been identified on chromosome 1. Read-through transcription also exists between this gene and the neighboring downstream C20orf24 (chromosome 20 open reading frame 24) gene. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2010]

TGIF1 Gene

TGFB-induced factor homeobox 1

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the three-amino acid loop extension (TALE) superclass of atypical homeodomains. TALE homeobox proteins are highly conserved transcription regulators. This particular homeodomain binds to a previously characterized retinoid X receptor responsive element from the cellular retinol-binding protein II promoter. In addition to its role in inhibiting 9-cis-retinoic acid-dependent RXR alpha transcription activation of the retinoic acid responsive element, the protein is an active transcriptional co-repressor of SMAD2 and may participate in the transmission of nuclear signals during development and in the adult. Mutations in this gene are associated with holoprosencephaly type 4, which is a structural anomaly of the brain. Alternative splicing has been observed at this locus and multiple splice variants encoding distinct isoforms are described. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2013]

EEIG1 Gene

estrogen-induced osteoclastogenesis regulator 1

Predicted to be involved in positive regulation of osteoclast differentiation. Predicted to be located in cytoplasm; membrane raft; and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

PIRAT1 Gene

PU.1 (SP1) induced regulator of S100A8 and S100A9 alarmin transcription 1

MINCR Gene

MYC-induced long non-coding RNA

SILC1 Gene

sciatic injury induced lincRNA upregulator of SOX11

CHROMR Gene

cholesterol induced regulator of metabolism RNA

LITATS1 Gene

lncRNA induced by TGF-beta and antagonizes TGF-beta signaling 1

TIPE1 Gene

TNF alpha induced protein 8 like 1

Enables identical protein binding activity. Predicted to be involved in negative regulation of TOR signaling. Predicted to be active in cytoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TIPE3 Gene

TNF alpha induced protein 8 like 3

Predicted to enable phosphatidylinositol binding activity and phosphatidylinositol transfer activity. Predicted to be involved in 1-phosphatidyl-1D-myo-inositol 4,5-bisphosphate metabolic process; phospholipid transport; and positive regulation of ERK1 and ERK2 cascade. Located in cytosol and nucleoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TIPE2 Gene

TNF alpha induced protein 8 like 2

Predicted to be involved in negative regulation of T cell activation and negative regulation of inflammatory response. Predicted to be located in lysosome and nucleus. Predicted to be active in cytoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]