Proper control of cell migration and cell polarity is essential for proper vertebrate development. Inappropriate activation of developmental programs in an adult is linked to metastasis during tumor progression. Also, loss of proper cell migration during early development can lead to birth defect such as neural tube defects, including spina bifida. Thus, this proposal focuses on the establishment of cell polarity and cell migration during early development. A better understanding of the molecular control of cell migration during development, should lead to a better understanding of the root causes of birth defects and the mechanism of metastasis, and hopefully will aid in the prevention or treatment of these conditions.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development (NICHD)
Type
Postdoctoral Individual National Research Service Award (F32)
Project #
5F32HD053189-02
Application #
7246620
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZRG1-F05-J (20))
Program Officer
Hewitt, Tyl
Project Start
2006-06-01
Project End
2009-05-31
Budget Start
2007-06-01
Budget End
2008-05-31
Support Year
2
Fiscal Year
2007
Total Cost
$48,796
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Washington
Department
Biochemistry
Type
Schools of Medicine
DUNS #
605799469
City
Seattle
State
WA
Country
United States
Zip Code
98195
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Weiser, Douglas C; Pyati, Ujwal J; Kimelman, David (2007) Gravin regulates mesodermal cell behavior changes required for axis elongation during zebrafish gastrulation. Genes Dev 21:1559-71