The extracellular matrix of epithelial tumors undergoes structural remodeling during periods of uncontrolled growth, creating regional heterogeneity and torsional stress.How matrix integrity is maintained in the face of dynamic biophysical forces is largely undefined.Here we investigated the role of fibulin-2, a matrix glycoprotein that functions b
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) presenting as stroke is indeed an extremely rare scenario.We hereby describe our experience of a case of SCAD in a 29-year-old man who presented with a massive brain stroke.Based on the neurological findings, the diagnosis of left hemiparesis, left upper motor neuron facial palsy, and acute right middle
Abstract Liver cells communicate with the extracellular environment to take up nutrients via endocytosis.Iron uptake is essential for metabolic activities and cell homeostasis.Here, we investigated the role of the endocytic system for maintaining iron homeostasis.We specifically depleted the small GTPase Rab5 in the mouse liver, causing a transient
IntroductionBees capable of performing floral sonication (or buzz-pollination) are among the most here effective pollinators of blueberries.However, the quality of pollination provided varies greatly among species visiting the flowers.Consequently, the correct identification of flower visitors becomes indispensable to distinguishing the most effici
Color is one of the integral parts of urban life.It can be seen almost everywhere: body and view of the buildings, urban furniture, pavements, urban elements as well as environmental elements such as sky all play a key role in determining the color of a city.The present study aimed to examine the interactive qualities of color as an important facto