Fig. (IMAGE) Osaka University Caption Soluble T-cadherin is a novel secreted factor that promotes proliferation of pancreatic beta-cells in response to insulin deficiency. Credit Shunbun Kita Usage Restrictions No restriction License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.