Abstract
SNAREs are small coiled-coil proteins required for specific membrane fusion events in eukaryotic cells. Recent evidence points to the existence of an inhibitory class of SNAREs, i-SNAREs, which prevent incorrect fusions from occurring, adding a further layer of regulation to the process of membrane docking and fusion.
MeSH terms
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Golgi Apparatus / metabolism
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Liposomes / metabolism
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Membrane Fusion / physiology*
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Membrane Proteins / antagonists & inhibitors*
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Membrane Proteins / metabolism*
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Membrane Proteins / physiology
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SNARE Proteins
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Vesicular Transport Proteins*
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rab GTP-Binding Proteins / metabolism
Substances
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Liposomes
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Membrane Proteins
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SNARE Proteins
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Vesicular Transport Proteins
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rab GTP-Binding Proteins