Hes3 is expressed in the adult pancreatic islet and regulates gene expression, cell growth, and insulin release

Abstract

Background: The transcription factor Hes3 regulates the growth of neural and brain cancer stem cells. Results: Hes3 regulates growth, gene expression, evoked insulin release in cultured insulinoma cells, and sensitivity to streptozotocin in vivo. Conclusion: Hes3 is a novel regulator of cellular functions of importance in diabetes.