
pmid: 33581313
Accurate signal transmission between neurons is accomplished by vesicle release with high spatiotemporal resolution in the central nervous system. The vesicle release occurs mainly in the active zone (AZ), a unique area on the presynaptic membrane. Many structural proteins expressed in the AZ connect with other proteins nearby. They can also regulate the precise release of vesicles through protein-protein interactions. RIM-binding proteins (RIM-BPs) are one of the essential proteins in the AZ. This review summarizes the structures and functions of three subtypes of RIM-BPs, including the interaction between RIM-BPs and other proteins such as Bassoon and voltage-gated calcium channel, their significance in stabilizing the AZ structure in the presynaptic region and collecting ion channels, and ultimately regulating the fusion and release of neuronal vesicles.
Neurons, Animals, Synaptic Vesicles, Synaptic Transmission, Adaptor Proteins, Signal Transducing
Neurons, Animals, Synaptic Vesicles, Synaptic Transmission, Adaptor Proteins, Signal Transducing
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