Transcription Factor MafA

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

**Definition:** Transcription factor MafA (353 aa, ~37 kDa) is encoded by the human MAFA gene. This protein plays a role in the activation of insulin gene expression in the pancreas.

**Synonyms:** - Pancreatic Beta-Cell-Specific Transcriptional Activator - Transcription Factor RIPE3b1 - v-Maf Musculoaponeurotic Fibrosarcoma Oncogene Homolog A