Protein
complexes that link pre- and post-synaptic membranes have significant
functions in regulating neural networks. Neurotransmitters
released from the presynaptic terminal acting on receptors located
on the post-synaptic membrane convey information between
neurons at synapses (Dalva et al., 2007). Signaling can be facilitated
by adhesion molecules, which cooperate across the synaptic junction