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The biology of the extracellular matrix
8 Nov 2012
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Extracellular matrix (ECM) has both structural and regulatory roles. This update reviews the representative recent developments in diverse aspects of ECM biology relevant to inflammation, tissue destruction, fibrosis, and regeneration. RECENT FINDINGS: Biological regulation by ECM is emerging as a major research area, driven by several new directions. Sensing of mechanical cues provided by ECM...
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