regulator gene

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.R05252
A gene which codes for a protein (an activator of repressor) having the ability to induce or repress the transcription of other genes.
Source:
PAC, 1992, 64, 143. (Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)) on page 164 [Terms] [Paper]