gamma secretase complex

What are the Components of the Gamma Secretase Complex?


The gamma secretase complex is composed of four core subunits: presenilin (PS1 or PS2), nicastrin (NCT), anterior pharynx defective-1 (APH-1), and presenilin enhancer-2 (PEN-2). Each of these components has a specific role:
Presenilin: Acts as the catalytic subunit responsible for the proteolytic activity.
Nicastrin: Functions as a substrate receptor, aiding in substrate recognition and binding.
APH-1: Involved in the stabilization and assembly of the complex.
PEN-2: Essential for the endoproteolysis of presenilin and activation of the complex.

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