Grin2b

Enables several functions, including beta-catenin binding activity; extracellular ligand-gated monoatomic ion channel activity; and signaling receptor binding activity. Involved in several processes, including cellular response to ketone; learning or memory; and modulation of chemical synaptic transmission. Located in several cellular components, including dendrite; postsynaptic density, intracellular component; and synaptic cleft. Part of NMDA selective glutamate receptor complex. Is active in several cellular components, including hippocampal mossy fiber to CA3 synapse; parallel fiber to Purkinje cell synapse; and synaptic membrane. Used to study attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; cannabis abuse; fetal alcohol spectrum disorder; hyperhomocysteinemia; and transient cerebral ischemia. Biomarker of several diseases, including alcohol use disorder; attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; cognitive disorder (multiple); heroin dependence; and placental insufficiency. Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in several diseases, including alcohol use disorder; autosomal dominant intellectual developmental disorder 6; developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 27; neurodegenerative disease (multiple); and nicotine dependence. Orthologous to human GRIN2B (glutamate ionotropic receptor NMDA type subunit 2B). [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Jul 2025]

A protein domain is a distinct structural or functional region within a protein that can evolve, function, and exist independently of the rest of the protein chain. These domains in rat Grin2b often fold into stable, three-dimensional structures and are associated with specific biological functions, such as binding to DNA, other proteins, or small molecules.

Biological processes and signaling networks where the Grin2b gene in rat plays a role, providing insight into its function and relevance in health or disease.

The most significant associations for this gene, including commonly observed domains, pathway involvement, and functional highlights based on current data.

Locations within the cell where the protein is known or predicted to be active, providing insight into its function and cellular context.

Describes the biological processes, cellular components, and molecular functions associated with the rat Grin2b gene, providing context for its role in the cell.