Transforming growth factor-β1 induces matrix metalloproteinase-9 and cell migration in astrocytes: roles of ROS-dependent ERK- and JNK-NF-κB pathways

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are the multifunctional factors during diverse physiological and pathological processes including development, wound healing, proliferation, and cancer metasta...

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Main Authors: Chu Po-Ju, Wu Wen-Bin, Wang Hui-Hsin, Hsieh Hsi-Lung, Yang Chuen-Mao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-12-01
Series:Journal of Neuroinflammation
Online Access:http://www.jneuroinflammation.com/content/7/1/88