Dscam and Sidekick proteins direct lamina-specific synaptic connections in vertebrate retina
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The dependence of the lamina-specific synaptic connections in the vertebrate retina on the Dscam (Down's syndrome cell adhesion molecule) and Sidekick proteins is discussed. The vertebrate Dscams are found to play a very important role in the process of neural connectivity.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2008
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Neurite arborization and mosaic spacing in the mouse retina require DSCAM
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The significance of the Down's syndrome cell adhesion molecule (Dscam) in the processes of neurite arborization and mosaic spacing in the mouse retina is discussed.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2008
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