mRNA splicing regulation as an essential factor in osteoclast differentiation. (IMAGE)

Tokyo University of Science

mRNA splicing regulation as an essential factor in osteoclast differentiation.

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A recent study by TUS researchers reveal that the Cpeb4 protein may have a role in regulating osteoclast differentiation. This, in turn, could lead to the development of new therapeutic drugs for osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis.

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Tadayoshi Hayata from Tokyo University of Science

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