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Keigo Nishida
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Gab1 is required for EGF receptor signaling and the transformation by activated ErbB2
Grb2-associated binder-1 (Gab1) is a pleckstrin homology (PH) domain-containing adapter molecule that is believed to function downstream of receptors for growth factors and cytokines. We previously found that ...
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Essential function for the calcium sensor STIM1 in mast cell activation and anaphylactic responses
Mast cells have key functions as effectors of immunoglobulin E–mediated allergic inflammatory diseases. Allergen stimulation induces Ca2+ influx and elicits the secretion of inflammatory mediators from mast cells...
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Open AccessZinc homeostasis and signaling in health and diseases
The essential trace element zinc (Zn) is widely required in cellular functions, and abnormal Zn homeostasis causes a variety of health problems that include growth retardation, immunodeficiency, hypogonadism, ...
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Open AccessKDEL receptor 1 regulates T-cell homeostasis via PP1 that is a key phosphatase for ISR
KDEL receptors are responsible for retrotransporting endoplasmic reticulum (ER) chaperones from the Golgi complex to the ER. Here we describe a role for KDEL receptor 1 (KDELR1) that involves the regulation of...
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6-(4-Amino-2-butyl-imidazoquinolyl)-norleucine: Toll-like receptor 7 and 8 agonist amino acid for self-adjuvanting peptide vaccine
Generally, small peptides by themselves are weak to induce antibody responses. Toll-like receptor (TLR) ligands are attractive candidates of vaccine adjuvants to improve their antigenicity. The covalent conjug...
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Multistage public education, voting, and income distribution
This paper proposes a theory to study the formulation of education policies and human capital accumulation. The government collects income taxes and allocates tax revenue to primary and higher education. The t...
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Open AccessAssociation between itching and the serum zinc levels in patients with varicose veins
Varicose veins commonly occur in the lower extremities and can cause pain and discomfort in the affected area. Many patients with varicose veins suffer from itching, but its cause has not been sufficiently exp...
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Role of Zinc Signaling in Mast Cell, Basophil, T Cell, and B Cell
Zinc is an essential heavy metal that plays an important role in nucleic acid metabolism, cell replication, and tissue growth and repair, and its deficiency is associated with a variety of disorders. Zinc dire...
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Open AccessMast cells play role in wound healing through the ZnT2/GPR39/IL-6 axis
Zinc (Zn) is an essential nutrient and its deficiency causes immunodeficiency and skin disorders. Various cells including mast cells release Zn-containing granules when activated; however, the biological role ...
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Open AccessRisk factor analysis of the decrease in gait speed among Japanese older outpatients with polypharmacy
Both polypharmacy and frailty are critical issues faced by the elderly. The decrease in gait speed is an index of frailty, and it is generally associated with falls and fractures, which are risk factors requir...
