Embryonic Keratinization in Vertebrates in Relation to Land Colonization

    May 2008 in “ Acta Zoologica ”
    L. Alibardi
    Studysummary This study explains how the development of keratin-associated proteins in embryonic epidermis is crucial for forming protective barriers in vertebrates, enabling them to adapt to terrestrial environments.
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