Proteins encoded by homeobox genes (GENES, HOMEOBOX) that exhibit structural similarity to certain prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA-binding proteins. Homeodomain proteins are involved in the control of gene expression during morphogenesis and development (GENE EXPRESSION REGULATION, DEVELOPMENTAL).
Also Known As:
Proteins, Homeobox; Homeo Domain Proteins; Homeotic Proteins; Domain Protein, Homeo; Protein, Homeo Domain; Protein, Homeobox; Protein, Homeodomain; Protein, Homeotic; Proteins, Homeo Domain; Proteins, Homeodomain; Proteins, Homeotic; Homeo Domain Protein; Homeobox Protein; Homeobox Proteins; Homeodomain Protein; Homeoprotein; Homeoproteins; Homeotic Protein