Actin - Protein Profile Unnumbered Author:Peter Sheterline, Jon Clayton, John C. Sparrow Actins are highly conserved proteins found in virtually all eukaryotic cells. They have prolific roles in cell motility, from the contraction of striated muscle to the movement of organelles within cells, and are known to interact with a diverse number of proteins. This up-to-date edition gives a comprehensive account of actin sequence, mutation... more », and structure as well as providing insight into ligand-binding sites and drug and toxin binding.« less