Neurexin
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3D Structures of Neurexin
08-May-2016
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Alexander Berchansky, Michal Harel, David Canner, Jaime Prilusky, Joel L. Sussman
ContentsFunctionNeurexins (NRXN) are a family of presynaptic proteins which bind to the postsynaptic Neuroligin (NLGN) to form a complex which attaches neurons. The NRXN family contains 4 members which are numbered 1 to 4[1]. The NRXN-α contains 6 homologous LNS domains while the NRXN-β contains only LNS6. See: Neurodevelopmental Disorders Neuroligin-Neurexin Interaction RelevanceNRXN sequence variants may contribute to autism spectrum disorder and other cognitive diseases[2]. Structural highlightsThe surface interaction between NRXN and neuroligin is mediated by a Ca+2 ion[3]. Water molecules shown as red spheres.
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08-May-2016
Alexander Berchansky, Michal Harel, David Canner, Jaime Prilusky, Joel L. Sussman
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