Gene: HMGN2

Alternate names for this Gene: HMG17

Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene binds nucleosomal DNA and is associated with transcriptionally active chromatin. Along with a similar protein, HMGN1, the encoded protein may help maintain an open chromatin configuration around transcribable genes. The protein has also been found to have antimicrobial activity against bacteria, viruses and fungi.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 1

Location in Chromosome : 1p36.11

Description of this Gene: high mobility group nucleosomal binding domain 2

Type of Gene: protein-coding