S6K1

S6K1, or Ribosomal Protein S6 Kinase 1, is an enzyme that plays a key role in cell growth and protein production. It responds to signals like nutrients and growth factors, activating pathways that promote cell growth, division, and metabolism. S6K1 specifically influences the production of proteins by modifying other proteins involved in building cellular components, helping cells grow larger and reproduce. Its activity is tightly regulated, and abnormal S6K1 function has been linked to diseases like cancer and obesity. In essence, S6K1 acts as a crucial switch in controlling how cells grow and make proteins.