Lung epithelium development and airway regeneration

The lung is composed of a highly branched airway structure, which humidifies and warms the inhaled air before entering the alveolar compartment. In the alveoli, a thin layer of epithelium is in close proximity with the capillary endothelium, allowing for an efficient exchange of oxygen and carbon di...

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Main Authors: Evelien Eenjes, Dick Tibboel, Rene M.H. Wijnen, Robbert J. Rottier
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-10-01
Series:Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcell.2022.1022457/full