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Properties of Synemin, a Protein Important in Maintaining theStructural Integrity of Muscle Cells

Authors: Richard M. Robson (Iowa State University) , Ted W. Huiatt (Iowa State University)

Abstract

Intermediate filaments (IFs), composed primarily of the protein desmin, link together the myofibrils in skeletal muscle. We have shown that the protein synemin is a novel IF protein and that it interacts with desmin. Together, these proteins are important in maintaining the structural integrity of muscle cells.

Keywords: ASL R1865

How to Cite: Robson, R. M. & Huiatt, T. W. (2004) “Properties of Synemin, a Protein Important in Maintaining theStructural Integrity of Muscle Cells”, Iowa State University Animal Industry Report. 1(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/ans_air-180814-956