Search for dissertations about: "calponin"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 swedish dissertations containing the word calponin.
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1. Structural Study of the WH2 Family and Filamin: Implications for Actin Cytoskeleton Regulation
Abstract : Cellular processes like motility, chemotaxis, phagocytosis and morphogenesis are dependent on the dynamic regulation of the actin cytoskeleton. This cytoskeleton system is tightly controlled by a number of diverse actin-binding proteins (ABPs) by various mechanisms described as nucleation, polymerization, capping, severing, depolymerization and sequestration. READ MORE
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2. Mechanisms of stretch-induced growth and contractile differentiation in vascular smooth muscle
Abstract : Vascular smooth muscle can adapt to increased intraluminal pressure by remodelling and hypertrophy, as seen in hypertension. The molecular mechanisms responsible for this are still incompletely characterized. READ MORE
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3. Molecular characterization and evolution of alpha-actinin : from protozoa to vertebrates
Abstract : alpha-actinin is a ubiquitous protein found in most eukaryotic organisms. The ability to form dimers allows alpha-actinin to cross-link actin in different structures. In muscle cells alpha-actinin is found at the Z-disk of sarcomeres. READ MORE
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4. Phenotypic modulation of vascular smooth muscle in organ culture
Abstract : Contraction of blood vessels for the regulation of blood flow and pressure is dependent on vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMC) located in the medial layer of the vascular wall. Adult, differentiated VSMC have a well developed contractile system and a low rate of proliferation. READ MORE
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5. Role of Caveolae and miRNAs in Regulation of Urinary Bladder Function
Abstract : The urinary bladder is responsible for storage and expulsion of urine. Proper urination depends on an ability of the bladder to adjust to increasing volume and to contract during micturition. A disturbance of bladder contractility may affect continence. READ MORE