PCP proteins regulate synapse numbers (IMAGE)

University of California - San Diego

PCP proteins regulate synapse numbers

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Image shows the localization and function of PCP proteins in regulating synapse numbers. Vangl2 causes synapse disassembly and Prickle antagonizes Vangl2 and promotes synapse stability. Fzd3: Frizzled3; PK: Prickle.

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Zou lab, UC San Diego

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Must be used in conjunction with Science Advances paper on PCP synapse formation/maintenance.

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