Transcription factor binding sites are specific DNA sequences where transcription factors bind to regulate gene expression. These sites are crucial for controlling when and where genes are turned on or off, influencing cellular function and organismal development.

Transcription Factor Binding Sites

Specific DNA sequences

Transcription factors are proteins that regulate gene expression by binding to specific DNA sequences, thereby controlling the transfer of genetic information from DNA to mRNA. They play a crucial role in cellular processes, including development, differentiation, and response to environmental signals.

Transcription Factors

Gene expression is the process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize a functional gene product, typically proteins, which ultimately determine cellular function and phenotype. This process is tightly regulated at multiple levels, including transcription, RNA processing, translation, and post-translational modifications, to ensure proper cellular function and response to environmental cues.

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