CULTURE MODEL OF RAT PORTAL MYOFIBROBLASTS

Culture model of rat portal myofibroblasts

Myofibroblasts are matrix-producing cells with contractile properties, usually characterized by de novo expression of alpha-smooth muscle actin, that arise in fibrotic diseases.Hepatic stellate cells (HSCs), known as perisinusoidal cells containing auto-fluorescent vitamin A, are the major although not exclusive source of myofibroblasts in the inju

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Evaluating the effectiveness of mitigation measures in environmental impact assessments: A comprehensive review of development projects in Korea

Rapid urbanization and development projects in Korea have posed significant threats to biodiversity; thus, effective mitigation measures are required to preserve natural habitats.Nevertheless, the factors underlying variations in mitigation measure effectiveness according to the disturbance Melissa level and surrounding environmental conditions hav

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