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synaptic Ras GTPase activating protein 1

L SYNGAP1 gene provides instructions for making a protein, called SynGAP, that plays an important role in nerve cells in the brain. SynGAP is found at the junctions between nerve cells (synapses) where cell-to-cell communication takes place. Connected nerve cells act as the "wiring" in the circuitry of the brain. Synapses are able to change and adapt over time, rewiring brain circuits, which is critical for learning and memory. SynGAP helps regulate synapse adaptations and promotes proper brain wiring. The protein's function is particularly important during a critical period of early brain development that affects future cognitive ability.

Normal function

L SYNGAP1 gene provides instructions for making a protein, called SynGAP, that plays an important role in nerve cells in the brain. SynGAP is found at the junctions between nerve cells (synapses) where cell-to-cell communication takes place. Connected nerve cells act as the "wiring" in the circuitry of the brain. Synapses are able to change and adapt over time, rewiring brain circuits, which is critical for learning and memory. SynGAP helps regulate synapse adaptations and promotes proper brain wiring. The protein's function is particularly important during a critical period of early brain development that affects future cognitive ability.

Conditions referring to this gene or chromosome

Altri nomi

KIAA1938

MRD5

neuronal RasGAP

Ras GTPase-activating protein SynGAP

ras/Rap GTPase-activating protein SynGAP

RASA5

synaptic Ras GTPase activating protein 1 homolog

synaptic Ras GTPase activating protein, 135kDa

synaptic Ras GTPase-activating protein 1

SYNGAP

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