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cadherin [kad′hir·en] (cell and molecular biology) Any of a family of calcium-dependent cell adhesion glycoproteins that play a fundamental role in tissue differentiation and structure. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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We will also continue to emphasize our preclinical efforts to develop the scope and depth of our cadherin biotechnology platform by advancing the development of our small molecule N-cadherin antagonists as well as other molecules which affect the function of cadherins. Cadherins and NCAM as potential targets in metal toxicity. A fourth type of adhesion molecule, the cadherins, penetrates the cell membrane in a straight line. |
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