Small Airway Epithelial Cells The airway is lined by a layer of epithelial cells with multiple functions. In addition to providing a protective barrier function, the airway epithelium also secretes…
Function and Differentiation of Keratinocytes Keratinocytes make up the majority of cells in the epidermis, the outer layer of the skin. The progenitor cells that give rise to keratinocytes are…
Melanoma: Causes and Prevention Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that arises from melanocytes, the pigmented cell type of the skin found in the outer layer of the skin…
Structure and Remodeling of the Endometrium The uterus is lined by a specialized tissue called the endometrium, which is composed of a layer of epithelial cells and underlying stromal cells.…
Fibroblast Function in Connective Tissue Fibroblasts are the most common cell type found in connective tissue throughout the body. Their main role is to produce the extracellular matrix and collagen…
Endothelial Cells and Maintenance of Barrier Integrity Endothelial cells form the innermost layer of the blood vessels and mediate important interactions with the blood. The endothelial layer is a monolayer…
Lifeline® Renal and Bladder Cells as Normal Tissue Controls Cancer treatments are designed to selectively target cancer cells, while sparing the normal cells of the body. To design drugs with…
Stem cells are specialized cell types characterized by two properties: self-renewal and the ability to give rise to, or differentiate into, multiple cell types. Totipotent stem cells are located only…
Anatomy of the Skin, the Body’s Largest Organ The skin is the largest organ in the human body and is the largest area in contact with the external environment. In…
Lung and Airway Cells: First-Line Barriers to the Outside World Breathing air is something we do without thinking. But while we go about our day, our respiratory systems are hard…
The Female Reproductive System Every month, the female reproductive system is responsible for the maturation and of an egg from one of the two ovaries. During this time, the inner…
Smooth Muscle Cells: Involuntary Contractile Cells Smooth muscle cells (SMCs) are spindle-shaped cells found throughout the body in the walls of many organs that have contractile function. For example, in…
Endothelial and Microvascular Endothelial Cells The cardiovascular system pumps blood to every tissue in our bodies through a network of arteries, veins, and capillaries. A key component of any blood…
Fibroblasts: The Main Components of Connective Tissue Fibroblasts are specialized cells that are often identified by their spindle-like shape and expression of the protein Vimentin. They are found in connective…
Research Studies Using Lifeline Cells: 2018 Review
Anatomy of the Skin The skin is composed of three layers: epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin and is primarily composed of keratinocytes,…
Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Chondrogenic Differentiation Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are multipotent cells found in certain tissues, such as the bone marrow and fat. They have the capacity to differentiate…
Smooth Muscle Cells and Phenotypic Switching Smooth muscle cells (SMCs) are contractile cells found in various organs including the prostate, bladder, and uterus. In particular, SMCs that are located in…
Endothelial and Cardiac Cells The cardiovascular system is operated by the heart and blood vessels, or vasculature. The heart is a muscular organ that provides the force to pump the…
Prostate Cancer and the Search for New Biomarkers The prostate is part of the male reproductive system, responsible for making and secreting part of the seminal fluid, which supports the…
