TNKS (Tankyrase): TNKS is a protein-coding gene that represents the activity of a poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase involved in several essential cellular processes, including the regulation of telomere length, Wnt/β-catenin signaling, and DNA repair. It plays a crucial role in cell proliferation and survival and has been researched for its potential role in cancer therapy due to its impact on tumor growth.