Involvement of Nectin–Afadin in the Adherens Junctions of the Corneal Endothelium

Conclusions:
We believe this to be the first report of conservation of the nectin–afadin system in the corneal endothelium and its involvement in the formation of adherens junctions. N-cadherin, as a member of the cadherin family, is also essential for the formation and maintenance of cell–cell adhesion mediated by nectins and tight junctions in the corneal endothelium.

Source: Cornea - March 31, 2018 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Basic Investigation Source Type: research