1. Introduction Neurotransmission is the process by which neurons communicate with one another or with target cells such as muscle cells and glandular cells. It allows the nervous system to […]
Category: Cellular communication
Category: Cellular communication
Cellular communication
Regulation of Haematopoiesis
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1. Introduction to Haematopoiesis 1.1 Definition of Haematopoiesis Haematopoiesis, also spelled hematopoiesis, is the highly regulated biological process through which all mature blood cells are produced from a small population […]
integrins
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1. Introduction Cells continuously interact with their surrounding extracellular environment. One of the most important groups of proteins that mediate these interactions is the integrin family. Integrins are transmembrane cell-surface […]
Extracellular Matrix
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1. Introduction Cells in multicellular organisms are surrounded by a complex network of proteins, carbohydrates and other macromolecules known as the extracellular matrix (ECM). The extracellular matrix is present outside […]
Gap Junctions
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1. Introduction to Gap Junctions Cells in multicellular organisms do not function as isolated units. They constantly communicate with neighboring cells to coordinate growth, metabolism, movement, development, and responses to […]
cell adhesion and roles of different adhesion molecules
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1. Introduction Cells in multicellular organisms do not exist as isolated units. They interact continuously with neighboring cells, the extracellular matrix (ECM), and surrounding tissues. These interactions are essential for […]
Cell Surface Receptors
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1. Introduction Cells constantly receive information from their external environment. Hormones, neurotransmitters, growth factors, cytokines and other signaling molecules interact with cells and influence their behavior. Many signaling molecules are […]
Bacterial Chemotaxis and Quorum Sensing
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1. Introduction to Bacterial Behavior and Communication Bacteria are microscopic organisms that can sense changes in their surroundings, respond to environmental signals, move toward favorable conditions, avoid harmful substances, and […]
General principles of cell communication
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1. Introduction Cells do not function as isolated units. In multicellular organisms, cells continuously communicate with one another to coordinate growth, development, metabolism, immune responses, tissue organization, reproduction and maintenance […]


