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Kobe University

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(Left) Cells which express different cadherins separate into groups by type. (Middle) Cells with different nectins interact strongly with each other and different types mix to create a mosaic pattern. Inner ear cells follow this pattern. (Right) Cells with different types of cadherins and nectins make a mosaic pattern through partial mingling. Olfactory epithelium cells follow this pattern.

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