ADAM10 (A Disintegrin and Metalloproteinase 10) is a protein that serves as a transmembrane protease, playing a role in regulating cell adhesion, migration, and signaling. It operates by cleaving the extracellular portions of various cell surface proteins, including growth factors and receptors, impacting key pathways such as Notch and cadherin signaling. ADAM10 is essential for tissue development, cell communication, and nervous system function.