catabolite activator protein

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Food Biotechnology

(Abbreviation: CAP). A protein which combines with cyclic AMP. The cAMP-CAP complex binds to the promoter regions of E. coli and stimulates transcription of the relevant operon. Synonyms: catabolite regulator protein (CRP), cyclic AMP receptor protein.

UN Food and Agriculture Organization — Glossary of Biotechnology for Food and Agriculture