Gene:
bassoon (presynaptic cytomatrix protein)
Gene ID:
194000
Symbol:
BSN
Species:
1000
Description:
Is thought to be involved in the organization of the cytomatrix at the nerve terminals active zone (CAZ) which regulates neurotransmitter release. Seems to act through binding to ERC2/CAST1. Essential in regulated neurotransmitter release from a subset of brain glutamatergic synapses. Involved in the formation of the retinal photoreceptor ribbon synapses (By similarity).