Growth/differentiation factor 6 (Gdf6)

Growth factor that regulates proliferation and cellular differentiation in the retina and bone formation. Plays a crucial role in regulating apoptosis during retinal development.

Establishes dorsal-ventral positional information in the retina and controls the formation of the retinotectal map (PubMed:23307924). Plays a crucial role in establishing boundaries between skeletal elements during development.