MMP-1 — Cucumis sativus

Summary

CSA_5G632110, also known as MMP-1, encodes a matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) with metalloendopeptidase activity and zinc binding capability, belonging to the M10A_MMP and Peptidase_Metallo families. This gene is associated with proteolysis, collagen breakdown, and extracellular matrix organization, as well as programmed cell death, cell death, and regeneration. It has been linked to cell fate specification, morphogenesis, and glutathione metabolism. The encoded protein localizes to the extracellular matrix. Studies of related genes in other species connect the MMP family to metallopeptidase activity (EC 3.4.24.-). On cucumber chromosome 5, MMP-1 is positioned near several other MMP-related genes.