Weizmann Institute scientists reveal how tendons shape developing bones
Thursday, January 21, 2010 - 11:56
in Biology & Nature
Bones, muscles and tendons work together to provide the perfect balance between stability and movement in the skeleton. Now, Weizmann Institute scientists show that this partnership begins in the embryo, when the bones are still taking shape. The study, published in a recent issue of Developmental Cell, describes a previously unrecognised interaction between tendons and bones that drives the development of a strong skeletal system...