Adhesion proteins are molecules in your body that help cells stick together. They work like glue, allowing cells to form tissues and organs, helping them stick in the right places and function properly. Full definition
Aiolos decreases the production of cell adhesion proteins and disrupts critical cell adhesion processes, including processes that allow tissue cells to anchor to their physical environment, a necessary requirement for cells to survive and spread. (sciencedaily.com)
A vaccine under development prevents adhesion proteins at the tips of spaghettilike pili on UTI - causing bacteria (left) from latching onto host cells. (sciencemag.org)
Their report in the August 28 issue of Cell also suggests that a cell adhesion protein binding CTC clusters together is a potential therapeutic target. (sciencedaily.com)