NRD1
Title: NR2D1: A Crucial Brain Protein in Neurodevelopment and Disorders
Description:
NR2D1 is a critical protein found in the brain, particularly in the postsynaptic membrane of neurons. It plays a vital role in various neurodevelopmental processes and is associated with several neurological disorders.
Associated Diseases:
- Intellectual Disability: NR2D1 mutations have been linked to intellectual disability and developmental delays.
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Studies suggest an association between NR2D1 variants and an increased risk of ASD.
- Schizophrenia: Research implicates NR2D1 dysfunction in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia, particularly in cognitive impairments.
- Epilepsy: NR2D1 mutations have been associated with certain types of epilepsy, particularly those involving the temporal lobe.
- Neurodegenerative Diseases: Altered expression or function of NR2D1 has been observed in neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases.
Did you Know ?
- Approximately 1 in 1000 individuals carries a mutation in the NR2D1 gene.