Signaling mechanisms associated with the platelet collagen receptors

Cellular adhesions to the extracellular matrix (ECM) and to neighboring cells are vital interactions within metazoans. This dissertation examines cellular adhesion by utilizing the adhesive interaction between platelets and collagens that occurs at vascular wound sites and is a crucial step in hemos...

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Main Author: Marjoram, Robin James
Other Authors: Samuel Santoro
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: VANDERBILT 2011
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Online Access:http://etd.library.vanderbilt.edu/available/etd-02182011-143449/