HOXC8 Initiates an Ectopic Mammary Program by Regulating FGF10 and TBX3 Expression, and Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling

    January 2015 in “ Development ”
    Lara Carroll, Mario R. Capecchi
    Studysummary This study found that misexpression of Hoxc8 in mice led to ectopic mammary development and suggests Hox genes may play crucial roles in the regional specification and initiation of cutaneous accessory organs.
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