Gene nameGene Name - the full gene name approved by the HGNC.
Rho associated coiled-coil containing protein kinase 2
Gene symbolGene Symbol - the official gene symbol approved by the HGNC, which is a short abbreviated form of the gene name.
ROCK2
SynonymsGene synonyms aliases
ROCK-II
ChromosomeChromosome number
2
Chromosome locationChromosomal Location - indicates the cytogenetic location of the gene or region on the chromosome.
2p25.1
SummarySummary of gene provided in NCBI Entrez Gene.
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 a
miRNAmiRNA information provided by mirtarbase database.
Rho-associated protein kinase 2 (EC 2.7.11.1) (Rho kinase 2) (Rho-associated, coiled-coil-containing protein kinase 2) (Rho-associated, coiled-coil-containing protein kinase II) (ROCK-II) (p164 ROCK-2)
Protein function
Protein kinase which is a key regulator of actin cytoskeleton and cell polarity. Involved in regulation of smooth muscle contraction, actin cytoskeleton organization, stress fiber and focal adhesion formation, neurite retraction, cell adhesion a