Molecular signaling in feather morphogenesis
Molecular signaling in feather morphogenesis
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DOI:
10.1016/j.ceb.2006.10.009
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发表时间:
2006-12-01
影响因子:
7.5
通讯作者:
Chuong, Cheng-Ming
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作者:
Lin, Chih-Min;Jiang, Ting Xin;Chuong, Cheng-Ming
The development and regeneration of feathers have gained much attention recently because of progress in the following areas. First, pattern formation. The exquisite spatial arrangement provides a simple model for decoding the rules of morphogenesis. Second, stem cell biology. In every molting, a few stem cells have to rebuild the entire epithelial organ, providing much to learn on how to regenerate an organ physiologically. Third, evolution and development ('Evo-Devo'). The discovery of feathered dinosaur fossils in China prompted enthusiastic inquiries about the origin and evolution of feathers. Progress has been made in elucidating feather morphogenesis in five successive phases: macro-patterning, micro-patterning, intra-bud morphogenesis, follicle morphogenesis and regenerative cycling.