NRPs (neuropilins) are co-receptors for class 3 semaphorins, polypeptides with key roles in
axonal guidance, and for members of the VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) family of …

Initially found expressed in neuronal and then later in endothelial cells, it is well established
that the transmembrane glycoproteins neuropilin‐1 (NRP1) and neuropilin‐2 (NRP2) play …

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a significant public health problem, and recent genetic
studies have identified common CKD susceptibility variants. The CKDGen consortium …

Emerging evidence suggests that the intravenous injection of bone marrow–derived stromal
cells (BMSC) improves renal function after acute tubular injury, but the mechanism of this …

In this study, we demonstrate that fluid shear stress (FSS)-induced actin cytoskeletal
reorganization and junctional formation in renal epithelial cells are nearly completely …

Paracrine mechanisms of proliferative, anti-apoptotic and anti-inflammatory effects of
mesenchymal stromal cells in models of acute organ injury - ScienceDirect Skip to main …

Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF)–A regulates vascular development and
angiogenesis. VEGF isoforms differ in ability to bind coreceptors heparan sulfate (HS) and …

Development of the metanephric kidney is strongly dependent on complex signaling
pathways and cell–cell communication between at least four major progenitor cell …

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a multiorgan disorder resulting in fluid-filled cyst
formation in the kidneys and other systems. The replacement of kidney parenchyma with an …

Recently, mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) have been proved to be beneficial in acute
respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is an …