Vascular Morphogenesis: Methods and Protocols provides a range of
techniques for studying vascular morphogenesis in vivo and in vitro,
reflecting advances in the field. Endothelial cell signaling is
currently believed to promote fundamental cues for cell fate
specification, embryo patterning, organ differentiation and postnatal
tissue remodeling. Understanding the concept of vascular bed specificity
represents a major challenge for future investigations. Indeed, one of
the most interesting theoretical perspectives and practical applications
of endothelial cell signaling is the possibility for these cells to
maintain their inductive potential during adult life. Written in the
highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters
include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary
materials, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols and
tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.
Practical and authoritative, Vascular Morphogenesis: Methods and
Protocols will serve as a instructive and useful reference for cell
biologists, anatomists, pathologists and physiologists, as well as all
those interested in this area of biological study.