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histone H3K4 monomethyltransferase activity

Definition

Target type: molecularfunction

Catalysis of the reaction: L-lysyl4-[histone H3] + S-adenosyl-L-methionine = H+ + N6-methyl-L-lysyl4-[histone H3] + S-adenosyl-L-homocysteine. This reaction is the addition of a single methyl group to the unmethylated lysine residue at position 4 of histone H3, producing histone H3K4me. [RHEA:60264]

Histone H3K4 monomethyltransferase activity refers to the enzymatic ability to catalyze the transfer of a single methyl group from a donor molecule, typically S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAM), to the lysine residue at position 4 (K4) of histone H3. This modification, known as H3K4 monomethylation, plays a crucial role in regulating gene expression and other cellular processes.

Histone H3K4 monomethyltransferases (H3K4MTs) are a group of enzymes belonging to the SET domain protein family. These enzymes contain a conserved SET domain that is responsible for the catalytic activity of methyl transfer. H3K4MTs typically bind to specific DNA sequences or other proteins, which allows them to target specific regions of the genome for methylation.

The methylation of histone H3 at lysine 4 (H3K4me1) can have a variety of effects on gene expression, depending on the specific context and other modifications present. In general, H3K4me1 is associated with active transcription and is often found at the 5' end of genes. It can promote the recruitment of transcription factors and other regulatory proteins, thereby facilitating the initiation of gene expression.

H3K4me1 also plays a role in other cellular processes, including DNA replication, DNA repair, and chromatin remodeling. It can influence the accessibility of DNA to other proteins, and it can also contribute to the formation of higher-order chromatin structures.

H3K4 monomethyltransferase activity is highly regulated, and its dysregulation can lead to various disease states. For instance, aberrant H3K4 methylation has been implicated in cancer, developmental disorders, and neurological diseases. Understanding the molecular function of H3K4MTs and the role of H3K4me1 is essential for elucidating the mechanisms of gene regulation and for developing therapeutic strategies targeting these pathways.'
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Proteins (5)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2BA histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2B that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase SETD7A histone-lysine N-methyltransferase SETD7 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q8WTS6]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2CA histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2C that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q8NEZ4]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2AA histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2A that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q03164]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2DA histone-lysine N-methyltransferase 2D that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:O14686]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (24)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
cyproheptadinecyproheptadine : The product resulting from the formal oxidative coupling of position 5 of 5H-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptene with position 4 of 1-methylpiperidine resulting in the formation of a double bond between the two fragments. It is a sedating antihistamine with antimuscarinic and calcium-channel blocking actions. It is used (particularly as the hydrochloride sesquihydrate) for the relief of allergic conditions including rhinitis, conjunctivitis due to inhalant allergens and foods, urticaria and angioedema, and in pruritic skin disorders. Unlike other antihistamines, it is also a seratonin receptor antagonist, making it useful in conditions such as vascular headache and anorexia.

Cyproheptadine: A serotonin antagonist and a histamine H1 blocker used as antipruritic, appetite stimulant, antiallergic, and for the post-gastrectomy dumping syndrome, etc.
piperidines;
tertiary amine
anti-allergic agent;
antipruritic drug;
gastrointestinal drug;
H1-receptor antagonist;
serotonergic antagonist
lansoprazoleLansoprazole: A 2,2,2-trifluoroethoxypyridyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. Lansoprazole is a racemic mixture of (R)- and (S)-isomers.benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
anti-ulcer drug;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor
omeprazole5-methoxy-2-{[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl}-1H-benzimidazole : A member of the class of benzimidazoles that is 1H-benzimidazole which is substituted by a [4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl group at position 2 and a methoxy group at position 5.

omeprazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-omeprazole.

Omeprazole: A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.
aromatic ether;
benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
pimethixenepimethixene: structurethioxanthenes
rabeprazoleRabeprazole: A 4-(3-methoxypropoxy)-3-methylpyridinyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
anti-ulcer drug;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor
lawsonelawsone : 1,4-Naphthoquinone carrying a hydroxy function at C-2. It is obtained from the leaves of Lawsonia inermis.

lawsone: a molluscacide from leaves of Lawsonia inermis L. topical sunscreening agent; structure; powdered leaves of Lawsonia inermis(Lythraceae) used as brown hair dye
2-methoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone2-methoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone : A naphthoquinone that is naphthalene-1,4-dione substituted by a methoxy group at position 2. It has been isolated from the roots of Rubia yunnanensis.

2-methoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone: isolated from Swertia calycina; structure in first source
1,4-naphthoquinones;
enol ether
antimicrobial agent;
metabolite;
plant metabolite
sinefunginadenosines;
non-proteinogenic alpha-amino acid
antifungal agent;
antimicrobial agent
s-adenosylhomocysteineS-adenosyl-L-homocysteine : An organic sulfide that is the S-adenosyl derivative of L-homocysteine.

S-Adenosylhomocysteine: 5'-S-(3-Amino-3-carboxypropyl)-5'-thioadenosine. Formed from S-adenosylmethionine after transmethylation reactions.
adenosines;
amino acid zwitterion;
homocysteine derivative;
homocysteines;
organic sulfide
cofactor;
EC 2.1.1.72 [site-specific DNA-methyltransferase (adenine-specific)] inhibitor;
EC 2.1.1.79 (cyclopropane-fatty-acyl-phospholipid synthase) inhibitor;
epitope;
fundamental metabolite
eriodictyoleriodictyol : A tetrahydroxyflavanone that is flavanone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 5, 7, 3' and 4' respectively.

eriodictyol: structure
3'-hydroxyflavanones;
tetrahydroxyflavanone
shikoninshikonin: a naphthazarin; has antineoplastic and angiogenesis inhibiting activitieshydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone
N-(3-nitrophenyl)-1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxamidearomatic amide
luteolin3'-hydroxyflavonoid;
tetrahydroxyflavone
angiogenesis inhibitor;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
c-Jun N-terminal kinase inhibitor;
EC 2.3.1.85 (fatty acid synthase) inhibitor;
immunomodulator;
nephroprotective agent;
plant metabolite;
radical scavenger;
vascular endothelial growth factor receptor antagonist
kaempferol7-hydroxyflavonol;
flavonols;
tetrahydroxyflavone
antibacterial agent;
geroprotector;
human blood serum metabolite;
human urinary metabolite;
human xenobiotic metabolite;
plant metabolite
galangin5,7-dihydroxyflavonol: antimicrobial from the twigs of Populus nigra x Populus deltoides; structure in first source

galangin : A 7-hydroxyflavonol with additional hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 5 respectively; a growth inhibitor of breast tumor cells.
7-hydroxyflavonol;
trihydroxyflavone
antimicrobial agent;
EC 3.1.1.3 (triacylglycerol lipase) inhibitor;
plant metabolite
kaempferidekaempferide : A monomethoxyflavone that is the 4'-O-methyl derivative of kaempferol.

kaempferide: structure in first source
7-hydroxyflavonol;
monomethoxyflavone;
trihydroxyflavone
antihypertensive agent;
metabolite
morinmorin : A pentahydroxyflavone that is 7-hydroxyflavonol bearing three additional hydroxy substituents at positions 2' 4' and 5.

morin: a light yellowish pigment found in the wood of old fustic (Chlorophora tinctoria)
7-hydroxyflavonol;
pentahydroxyflavone
angiogenesis modulating agent;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antibacterial agent;
antihypertensive agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
EC 5.99.1.2 (DNA topoisomerase) inhibitor;
hepatoprotective agent;
metabolite;
neuroprotective agent
scutellareinscutellarein : Flavone substituted with hydroxy groups at C-4', -5, -6 and -7.

scutellarein: aglycone of scutellarin from Scutellaria baicalensis; carthamidin is 2S isomer of scutellarein; do not confuse with isoscutellarein and/or isocarthamidin which are respective regioisomers, or with the scutelarin protein
tetrahydroxyflavonemetabolite
dexlansoprazoleDexlansoprazole: The R-isomer of lansoprazole that is used to treat severe GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE.benzimidazoles;
sulfoxide
unc 03217-(2-(2-(dimethylamino)ethoxy)ethoxy)-6-methoxy-2-(4-methyl-1,4-diazepan-1-yl)-N-(1-methylpiperidin-4-yl)quinazolin-4-amine: a G9a antagonist; structure in first sourcequinazolines
4-[4-(5,5-dimethyl-4H-thiazol-2-yl)-1-piperazinyl]-6-propylthieno[2,3-d]pyrimidineN-arylpiperazine;
thienopyrimidine
gsk343GSK343 : A member of the class of indazoles that is 1-isopropyl-1H-indazole-4-carboxamide in which the nitrogen of the carboxamide group is substituted by a (6-methyl-2-oxo-4-propyl-1,2-dihydropyridin-3-yl)methyl group and in which the indazole ring is substituted at position 6 by a 2-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)pyridin-4-yl group. A highly potent and selective EZH2 inhibitor (IC50 = 4 nM).

GSK343: an EZH2 methyltransferase inhibitor
aminopyridine;
indazoles;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
pyridone;
secondary carboxamide
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 2.1.1.43 (enhancer of zeste homolog 2) inhibitor
(r)-pfi-2(R)-PFI-2: a potent and selective inhibitor of SETD7 methyltransferase; structure in first source
6,7-dimethoxy-2-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)-n-(5-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)pentyl)quinazolin-4-amine6,7-dimethoxy-2-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)-N-(5-(pyrrolidin-1-yl)pentyl)quinazolin-4-amine: a SETD8 inhibitor; structure in first source