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Examining the expression of the transcriptional repressor Zfp157 in embryonic placodes and skin

Lead Research Organisation: University of Cambridge
Department Name: Pathology

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Description Roma, DNA binding protein, is expressed in specific regions of the Hair follicle and may affect hair growth or renewal. In particular, Roma is expressed in the dermal papilla, a regions important for the maintenance of stem cells.
Exploitation Route Finding will form the foundation for future research and funding and also collaboration with skin specialists.
Sectors Agriculture

Food and Drink

Education

Healthcare

Pharmaceuticals and Medical Biotechnology
 
Description This was a small project. Findings are now being used in my laboratory for further research
First Year Of Impact 2013
Sector Education
 
Description Professor Pamela Cowin 
Organisation New York University
Department Department of Cell Biology
Country United States 
Sector Academic/University 
PI Contribution Provided training and research materials to Prof. Cowin during her sabbatical visit to the laboratory of Prof. Christine Watson
Collaborator Contribution Provision of a new mouse model.
Impact manuscripts in preparation.
Start Year 2017