2. Specification of neurones Flashcards
1
Q
what is dorsal ventral cell identity dictated by?
A
a gradient of SHH (since hedgehog) released from the floor plate and differing BMP’s from the roof plate
2
Q
What induces anterior-posterior identity?
A
Hox genes
3
Q
3 Cell-specific TFs in vertebrates?
A
Islet 1/2
Lhx 3/4
Hb9
4
Q
4 Cell-specific TFs in invertebrates?
A
Islet
Lim3
Hb9
Eve
5
Q
What maintain transcription factor expression?
A
GMCs