Slick Channel Protein is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.
Slick (KCNT2) is a sodium-activated potassium channel. It regulates neuronal excitability and is expressed in the brain and retina.
Slick Channel Protein is encoded by the KCNT2 gene. It is a Sodium-activated potassium channel (Slo2.1). The UniProt ID is Q6ZNC8.
- Molecular Weight: 110 kDa
- Localization: Plasma membrane, Neurons
- PDB Structures: None determined
Slick (KCNT2) is a sodium-activated potassium channel. It regulates neuronal excitability and is expressed in the brain and retina.
The protein is expressed in Plasma membrane, Neurons and plays important roles in cellular physiology.
Slick channels are implicated in neuronal excitability disorders.
Slick channel modulators are under investigation.
The study of Slick Channel Protein has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.
Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.
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