Project description:This SuperSeries is composed of the following subset Series:; GSE1589: Targets of HNF1b, HNF4a2 and HNF6 in INS-1 cells; GSE1590: Targets of HNF1b mutants in INS-1; GSE1591: INS-1 cell lines (FLP-In T-REx) Experiment Overall Design: Refer to individual Series
Project description:A rat insulinoma cell line (INS-1) was generated that contains a FRT site for FLP recombinase mediated site specific integration of specific genes. In addition, the line contains the tetracycline repressor allowing tetracycline (tet) induction of the introduced gene. By comparing the gene expression profiles of uninduced and tet-induced cells, target genes of introduced transcription factors HNF1b, HNF4a2, and HNF6 (onecut1) were identified. Two different clones containing the same transcription factor were analyzed in the non-induced and tet-induced (24 h) state. Keywords: ordered
Project description:The Norway rat has important impacts on our life. They are amongst the most used research subjects, resulting in ground-breaking advances. At the same time, wild rats live in close association with us, leading to various adverse interactions. In face of this relevance, it is surprising how little is known about their natural behaviour. While recent laboratory studies revealed their complex social skills, little is known about their social behaviour in the wild. An integration of these different scientific approaches is crucial to understand their social life, which will enable us to design more valid research paradigms, develop more effective management strategies, and to provide better welfare standards. Hence, I first summarise the literature on their natural social behaviour. Second, I provide an overview of recent developments concerning their social cognition. Third, I illustrate why an integration of these areas would be beneficial to optimise our interactions with them.
