Nexilin

Definition:

Involved in regulating cell migration through association with the actin cytoskeleton. Has an essential role in the maintenance of Z line and sarcomere integrity.

References:

[1]. David Hassel, et al. Nexilin mutations destabilize cardiac Z-disks and lead to dilated cardiomyopathy. Nat Med. 2009 Nov;15(11):1281-8. [Content Brief]

[2]. Wei Wang, et al. NELIN, a new F-actin associated protein, stimulates HeLa cell migration and adhesion. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2005 May 20;330(4):1127-31. [Content Brief]

[3]. Yong Zhao, et al. Molecular Cloning of NELIN, a Putative Human Cytoskeleton Regulation Gene. Sheng Wu Hua Xue Yu Sheng Wu Wu Li Xue Bao (Shanghai). 2001;33(1):19-24. [Content Brief]

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