Which of the following is an intracellular adapter protein that links integrins to actin in focal adhesions?
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Correct answer: Vinculin
Vinculin is a cytoskeletal protein found in both focal adhesions and zonula adherens. It acts as a bridge, helping to anchor the actin filaments to the transmembrane adhesion proteins (integrins or cadherins).
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