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Mitochondria-associated ER membrane (MAM)

Definition:

Mitochondria-associated ER membrane (MAM) is a functional subdomain of the endoplasmic reticulum membrane that tethers to the mitochondrial outer membrane and is essential for cellular homeostasis. MAM disruption is a common pathological feature in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

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