IGF2BP (Insulin-like Growth Factor 2 mRNA-binding protein)

IGF2BP (Insulin-like Growth Factor 2 mRNA-binding protein) is a protein that helps regulate how certain genes are expressed by binding to messenger RNA (mRNA) molecules, particularly those involved in growth and development. By stabilizing or transporting these mRNAs, IGF2BP influences the production of proteins essential for cell growth, survival, and differentiation. It plays important roles in normal development and has been linked to cancer progression when its regulation goes awry. Overall, IGF2BP acts as a control point, ensuring timely and appropriate gene activity necessary for healthy cellular functions.