SNARE complex

Term ID

GO:0031201

Synonyms

Definition

A protein complex involved in membrane fusion; a stable ternary complex consisting of a four-helix bundle, usually formed from one R-SNARE and three Q-SNAREs with an ionic layer sandwiched between hydrophobic layers. One well-characterized example is the neuronal SNARE complex formed of synaptobrevin 2, syntaxin 1a, and SNAP-25. (2)

References

Ontology

GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO