| Literature DB >> 21136153 |
Abstract
During neural development, massive cell death occurs in both vertebrates and invertebrates. Caspase is a central player in apoptosis that is evolutionally conserved. Genetic manipulation of the caspase activity in Drosophila and mice has revealed that caspases control cell fate through apoptotic and non-apoptotic mechanisms, to ensure appropriate cell differentiation and maturation in the developing nervous system.Entities:
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Year: 2010 PMID: 21136153 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-010-0341-x
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Neurochem Res ISSN: 0364-3190 Impact factor: 3.996