Gene: ROCK2

Alternate names for this Gene: ROCK-II

Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene is a serine/threonine kinase that regulates cytokinesis, smooth muscle contraction, the formation of actin stress fibers and focal adhesions, and the activation of the c-fos serum response element. This protein, which is an isozyme of ROCK1 is a target for the small GTPase Rho.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 2

Location in Chromosome : 2p25.1

Description of this Gene: Rho associated coiled-coil containing protein kinase 2

Type of Gene: protein-coding