Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are degrading enzymes that have a pivotal function in
extracellular matrix remodeling. More than half of the MMP members are expressed by bone …

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) were discovered because of their role in amphibian
metamorphosis, yet they have attracted more attention because of their roles in disease …

[Frontiers in Bioscience 11, 1702-1715, May 1, 2006] 1702 Matrix metalloproteinases: role in
skeletal development and growth pla Page 1 [Frontiers in Bioscience 11, 1702-1715, May 1 …

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are members of a family of zinc-dependent proteolytic
enzymes. Several of the MMPs are expressed at high levels in bone and cartilage in …

Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are the major protease family responsible for the
cleavage of the matrisome (global composition of the extracellular matrix (ECM) proteome) …

The role of proteinases in extracellular matrix remodeling during the developmental program
of bone, cartilage, muscle, and epithelial differentiation in the mandibular arch during …

Our previous studies suggested that a part of bone extracellular matrix (ECM) molecules are
degraded and remodeled during embryonic bone formation. In contrast, little is known about …

The matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family of extracellular proteases performs crucial roles
in development and repair of the skeleton owing to their ability to remodel the extracellular …

Embryonic development and tumor progression both require the exquisite coordination of
programs for extracellular matrix (ECM) formation and remodeling, and those for …

Collagenase-3 (MMP13), a member of the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family of neutral
endopeptidases, is expressed in the skeleton during embryonic development and is highly …