Regulation of pituitary hormones and cell proliferation by components of the extracellular matrix
The extracellular matrix is a three-dimensional network of proteins, glycosaminoglycans and other macromolecules. It has a structural support function as well as a role in cell adhesion, migration, proliferation, differentiation, and survival. The extracellular matrix conveys signals through membran...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Associação Brasileira de Divulgação Científica
2005-10-01
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Series: | Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research |
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Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0100-879X2005001000005 |