background:
This gene likely encodes a histone lysine demethylase. Studies of a similar protein in mouse indicate a potential role for this protein as a tumor suppressor. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been described.[provided by RefSeq, Feb 2009].
Function:
Histone demethylase required for G2/M phase cell cycle progression. Specifically demethylates dimethylated 'Lys-36' (H3K36me2) of histone H3, an epigenetic repressive mark, thereby acting as a transcription activator. Regulates expression of CCNA1 (cyclin-A1), leading to regulate cancer cell proliferation.
Subcellular Location:
Nucleus.
Tissue Specificity:
Weakly expressed in most cells. Highly expressed in breast cancer cells.
Similarity:
Contains 1 JmjC domain.
Database links:
UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot: Q8N371.1
Important Note:
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications.
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