Term Name: nucleus-vacuole junction
Synonyms: nucleus-vacuole membrane contact site, NV junction, NVJ
Definition: An organelle membrane contact site formed between the vacuole membrane and the outer nuclear membrane. In S. cerevisiae these contacts are mediated through direct physical interaction between Vac8p and Nvj1p.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:0071561]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is a type of: organelle membrane contact site