FAM83D inhibitors belong to a class of chemical compounds designed to target and modulate the activity of the protein FAM83D, also known as family with sequence similarity 83, member D. FAM83D is a relatively recently discovered protein that plays a significant role in various cellular processes, particularly in the context of cancer and cell proliferation. Inhibitors specifically designed to interact with FAM83D are being studied for their potential to disrupt the normal function of this protein within cells.
FAM83D is a member of the FAM83 protein family, which is characterized by its conserved domain and diverse roles in cell regulation and signaling pathways. FAM83D itself is known to be involved in the regulation of cellular growth and division. It has been implicated in cancer progression, as elevated levels of FAM83D are often observed in various cancer types, and its overexpression can lead to increased cell proliferation. FAM83D inhibitors are chemical compounds designed to interfere with the function of FAM83D, either by binding directly to the protein or by disrupting its interactions with other cellular components. By inhibiting FAM83D, these compounds have the potential to influence critical cellular processes and may hold promise for future research in the context of cancer biology and beyond, though their exact mechanisms and applications are still under active investigation.