UBE2C (Ubiquitin Conjugating Enzyme E2 C)

UBE2C (Ubiquitin Conjugating Enzyme E2 C) is a protein that plays a crucial role in the process of tagging other proteins with a small molecule called ubiquitin. This tagging marks proteins for various fates, most commonly signaling them for destruction by the cell’s waste disposal system. UBE2C works closely with other enzymes to ensure proteins that are damaged, misfolded, or no longer needed are efficiently broken down, maintaining healthy cell function. It is especially important during cell division, helping to regulate the timing and progression of the process.