Twist-Related Protein 1
Synonyms
TWIST1 Protein
Transcription Factor, Twist
Twist Family Bhlh Transcription Factor 1
Twist Protein
Twist Related Protein 1
Twist Transcription Factor
A basic helix-loop-helix transcription factor that was originally identified in DROSOPHILA as essential for proper gastrulation and MESODERM formation. It plays an important role in EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT and CELL DIFFERENTIATION of MUSCLE CELLS, and is found in a wide variety of organisms.
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