Actin is abundant at presynaptic terminals, and many important functions have been proposed for it. A new study adds 'scaffold' to the growing list of leading parts for which actin has auditioned and refutes a more action-packed, starring role for actin in presynaptic function.
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Halpain, S. Actin in a supporting role. Nat Neurosci 6, 101–102 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1038/nn0203-101
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