Abstract
The formation of functional synapses requires precise coordination between neurons and their synaptic targets. Recent studies have identified two signaling molecules, Wnt and TGF-beta, which are required for formation and growth of the neuromuscular synapse.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Drosophila / growth & development
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Drosophila / physiology
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Drosophila Proteins / physiology
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Models, Neurological
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Neuromuscular Junction / growth & development
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Neuromuscular Junction / physiology
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Proto-Oncogene Proteins / physiology*
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Signal Transduction
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Synapses / physiology*
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Transforming Growth Factor beta / physiology*
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Wnt Proteins
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Wnt1 Protein
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Zebrafish Proteins*
Substances
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Drosophila Proteins
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Proto-Oncogene Proteins
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Transforming Growth Factor beta
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Wnt Proteins
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Wnt1 Protein
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Zebrafish Proteins
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wg protein, Drosophila