Microtubule Associated Proteins

Microtubule-associated proteins (MAPs) are specialized proteins that interact with microtubules, which are essential components of the cell's skeleton. They help organize, stabilize, and regulate the growth and movement of microtubules, ensuring the cell maintains its shape, facilitates transport of molecules, and enables cell division. By binding to microtubules, MAPs coordinate their functions, play roles in cellular signaling, and are vital for the proper functioning of nerve cells and other cell types. In essence, MAPs act as facilitators and regulators, maintaining the structural integrity and dynamic behavior of the microtubule network.