Compound reveals new link between signaling protein and cell migration
26th Sep 2005, 04:31 GMT
Biochemists at UIC report the protein RKIP, which regulates key signaling pathways in cells, also plays a role in controlling the active movement or migration of cells. The finding suggests possible new drug development strategies.
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