Noun
trithorax (uncountable)
(biochemistry) A protein (or one of a larger group) whose function is to modify gene expression
Synonyms: (abbreviation) trx, TRX
Drosophila is known to use the Polycomb and Trithorax Complexes to maintain the expression of Hox genes after the down-regulation of the pair-rule and gap genes that occurs during larval development. Source: Internet
This enzyme utilizes a catalytically active site called the SET domain (Suppressor of variegation, Enhancer of zeste, Trithorax). Source: Internet