The myotendinous junction marker collagen XXII enables zebrafish postural control learning and optimal swimming performance through its force transmission activity
Marilyne Malbouyres, Alexandre Guiraud, Christel Lefrançois, Mélanie Salamito, Pauline Nauroy, Laure Bernard, Frédéric Sohm, Bruno Allard, Florence Ruggiero
This study shows that col22a1 gene ablation in zebrafish leads to variable phenotypes in muscle function and movement, highlighting its role in force transmission and postural control.
bioRxiv · Jul 14, 2021 · PreprintDevelopmental Biology