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Spatial transcriptome of Nematostella vectensis apical organ reveals its molecular signature and associated cells

ABSTRACT: The spatial transcriptome data has allowed us to explore the differential gene expression among the oral-aboral domains and provided new insights into the apical organ signalling pathways for future mechanistic studies and genes associated with oral/aboral differentiation. This resource identifies numerous candidates for elucidating the functional role of the apical organ and to address the evolution of the metazoan larval nervous system.

ORGANISM(S): Nematostella vectensis

PROVIDER: GSE159166 | GEO | 2021/10/01

REPOSITORIES: GEO

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