magnonin
Magnonin is a protein that belongs to the family of small heat shock proteins. It was first identified in the brain and is primarily expressed in neurons. Magnonin plays a crucial role in the regulation of synaptic plasticity, a process essential for learning and memory. Its expression is induced by various stressors, including heat shock, oxidative stress, and excitotoxicity, suggesting a protective role in the brain against cellular damage.
The gene encoding magnonin is located on chromosome 17 in humans. The protein is approximately 100 amino
Several studies have implicated magnonin in neurodegenerative diseases. For instance, magnonin expression is decreased in the
In summary, magnonin is a small heat shock protein with a critical role in synaptic plasticity and