MAP2

MAP2 (Microtubule-Associated Protein 2) is a protein found mainly in neurons, the cells in your brain and nervous system. Its role is to support and stabilize microtubules, which are tiny tube-like structures inside cells that help maintain their shape, enable transport of nutrients, and assist in cell division. By binding to microtubules, MAP2 helps keep the internal structure of neurons organized, supporting their function and communication. It is especially abundant in dendrites—the parts of neurons that receive signals—highlighting its importance in brain connectivity and plasticity.