Current understanding of Integrin Signaling and its Roles in Mechanobiology
Integrins are highly conserved adhesion molecules found on the surfaces of cells in all multicellular eukaryotes. They are heterodimers composed of components, single-pass type I membrane-spanning proteins that are not covalently connected. Adhesion strength is essential for embryonic maturation, tissue preservation and regeneration, host immunity, and hemostasis.
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- Institution
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South Georgia College
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BIO 4312
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- January 25, 2024
- Number of pages
- 13
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- 2023/2024
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- A
Subjects
- integrin signaling
- mechanobiology
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host immunity and hemostasis