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Nectins  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A family of calcium-independent cell adhesion molecules of the immunoglobulin superfamily. They are expressed by most cell types and mediate both homotypic and heterotypic cell-cell adhesion. Nectins function in a variety of morphogenetic and developmental processes that include organogenesis of the eye, ear, tooth, and cerebral cortex; they also play roles in viral infection and cell proliferation.

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Entry terms

  • Nectin

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-C13G3J3B-N

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