Tissue function depends on more than cell type ... providing mechanical strength to the epithelium. The extracellular matrix (ECM) is also critical to tissue structure, because it provides ...

such as when cells interact with the surrounding extracellular matrix or with their immediate neighbors. This type of signaling is especially important to the structure and function of tissues.

Hidalgo explains, "The extracellular matrix is critical for maintaining the structure and function of the skin and other tissues, acting as a barrier to the entry of microorganisms and toxins." ...

Neutrophils, known for fighting infections and sometimes damaging tissues in the process, also exist in healthy tissues to ...

B7-33, a synthetic analog of relaxin-2, has emerged as a focal point in contemporary scientific research due to its selective ...

The B7-33 peptide, a derivative of the H2-relaxin hormone, has garnered attention in scientific research due to its potential ...

Scientists at CNIC have identified a specialized group of neutrophils in the skin that produce extracellular matrix. This ...

CNIC scientists have discovered a specialized population of skin neutrophils that produce extracellular matrix, strengthening the skin’s defensive function against infection A team at the Centro ...