ECM-Body: A Cell-Free 3D Biomimetic Scaffold Derived from Intact Planarian Body

• Main Authors: Ekasit Sonpho, Chanida Wootthichairangsan, Miyuki Ishida, Takeshi Inoue, Kiyokazu Agata, Anchuleerat Maleehuan, Komgrid Charngkaew, Nusara Chomanee, Saengduen Moonsom, Patompon Wongtrakoongate, Arthit Chairoungdua, Puey Ounjai
• Other Authors: Mahidol University
• Format: Article
• Published: 2020
• Subjects: Agricultural and Biological Sciences
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/57588

Extracellular matrix (ECM) plays key roles in shaping fates of stem cells, not only by providing a suitable niche but also by mediating physical and biochemical cues. Despite intensive investigations on regeneration, the roles of ECM in fate determination of stem cells in animals with great regenera...