Selector gene

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010691",
  "term": "Selector gene",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A gene that controls the developmental fate of a group of cells or an entire body segment by regulating the expression of other genes involved in differentiation. These genes often encode transcription factors that specify cell identity. A well-known example is the homeotic selector genes in Drosophila, which determine segment identity.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 803 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/selector-gene/"
}