drb

DRB is an acronym used in several fields to denote different concepts. It commonly stands for a local government body responsible for reviewing development proposals, but it also designates a family of molecular proteins and, in some jurisdictions, a drug regulatory authority.

Development Review Board: In many municipalities, the Development Review Board reviews zoning compliance, site plans, variances, conditional-use permits, and related matters. The board typically conducts hearings, weighs planning considerations, and makes decisions that shape land-use development.

Double-stranded RNA-binding proteins (DRB): The DRB family includes proteins that bind double-stranded RNA and participate in RNA silencing pathways such as microRNA and small interfering RNA processing. In plants, DRB proteins cooperate with Dicer-like enzymes to regulate gene expression.

Other uses: DRB is also used, in some countries or historical contexts, as an acronym for Drug Regulatory Board or Drug Registration Board, authorities that evaluate and license pharmaceuticals. Because of regional variation, the precise meaning of DRB depends on locale and discipline.