Mafb and c-Maf were enriched in multiple MGE-derived CIN subtypes, including chandelier cells (CHCs), PV+ basket cells (PVBCs), SST;neuronal nitric oxide synthase+ cells (SST;NOS1) and SST;CALRETININ+ (SST;CR) cells. Here, MAFB is linked to cervical squamous intraepithelial neoplasia.