Unraveling the molecular machinery behind lip hypertrophy in cichlids (IMAGE)

Institute of Science Tokyo

Unraveling the molecular machinery behind lip hypertrophy in cichlids

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Scientists from Institute of Science Tokyo have discovered the role of wingless-related integration site signaling pathway in regulating lip hypertrophy in cichlids of East African Great Lakes. The involvement of versican and periostin proteins in lip hypertrophy provides vital clues to tackle skin diseases affecting humans.

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Institute of Science Tokyo, Japan

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