Unveiling contact-mediated cellular crosstalk.
Trends Genet
; 2024 Jun 21.
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ABSTRACT
Cell-cell interactions orchestrate complex functions in multicellular organisms, forming a regulatory network for diverse biological processes. Their disruption leads to disease states. Recent advancements - including single-cell sequencing and spatial transcriptomics, coupled with powerful bioengineering and molecular tools - have revolutionized our understanding of how cells respond to each other. Notably, spatial transcriptomics allows us to analyze gene expression changes based on cell proximity, offering a unique window into the impact of cell-cell contact. Additionally, computational approaches are being developed to decipher how cell contact governs the symphony of cellular responses. This review explores these cutting-edge approaches, providing valuable insights into deciphering the intricate cellular changes influenced by cell-cell communication.
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