Secondary Induction: Overview
Lauri Saxén, Haartman Institute, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
Published online: April 2001
DOI: 10.1038/npg.els.0001140
Abstract
Secondary induction is the tissue interaction governing cell differentiation and morphogenesis throughout embryonic development.
Keywords: embryonic induction; epithelial–mesenchymal interactions; competence; signal transmission; developmental options
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