Extracellular matrices (ECM s) are highly specialized and dynamic three‐dimensional (3D)
scaffolds into which cells reside in tissues. ECM is composed of a variety of fibrillar …

Basement membranes are delicate, nanoscale and pliable sheets of extracellular matrices
that often act as linings or partitions in organisms. Previously considered as passive …

Written by two leaders in the field of pediatric dermatology, this classic text provides both
detailed content for the specialist and easily accessible information for the non …

The cellular microenvironment, characterized by an extracellular matrix (ECM), played an
essential role in the transition from unicellularity to multicellularity in animals (metazoans) …

Basement membranes (BMs) are specialised extracellular matrix (ECM) structures and
collagens are a key component required for BM function. While collagen IV is the major BM …

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a group of heritable skin fragility disorders, is characterized by
blistering, erosions and chronic ulcers in the skin and mucous membranes. In some forms …

Integrins belong to a group of cell adhesion molecules (CAMs) which is a large group of
membrane-bound proteins. They are responsible for cell attachment to the extracellular …

Abstract The International Committee for Classification of Corneal Dystrophies (IC3D)
distinguishes between 22 distinct forms of corneal dystrophy which are predominantly …

One of the most remarkable advancements in medical treatments of corneal diseases in
recent decades has been corneal transplantation. However, corneal transplants, including …

Integrins mediate adhesion of cells to substrates and maintain tissue integrity by facilitating
mechanotransduction between cells, the extracellular matrix, and gene expression in the …