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positive regulation of mesenchymal cell proliferation involved in ureter development

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

Any process that activates or increases the frequency, rate or extent of mesenchymal cell proliferation involved in ureter development. [GOC:obol]

Positive regulation of mesenchymal cell proliferation involved in ureter development is a complex process that is essential for the formation of the urinary tract. The ureter is a tube that connects the kidney to the bladder, and its development requires the coordinated growth and differentiation of mesenchymal cells. These cells are derived from the mesoderm, a layer of tissue that forms during embryonic development. The mesenchymal cells that contribute to ureter development are known as metanephric mesenchyme. These cells undergo a series of events that are tightly regulated by signaling pathways. One of the key signaling pathways involved in this process is the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) pathway. FGFs are a family of signaling molecules that play a role in a wide variety of developmental processes. In the context of ureter development, FGFs act as mitogens, stimulating the proliferation of metanephric mesenchymal cells. The FGF pathway is activated by the binding of FGFs to their cognate receptors, which are tyrosine kinase receptors. This binding event triggers a cascade of intracellular signaling events, ultimately leading to the activation of transcription factors that control the expression of genes involved in cell proliferation. Another important signaling pathway involved in ureter development is the Wnt pathway. Wnts are a family of secreted signaling molecules that play a role in a variety of developmental processes. In the context of ureter development, Wnts act as morphogens, guiding the development of the ureter. The Wnt pathway is activated by the binding of Wnts to their cognate receptors, which are Frizzled receptors. This binding event triggers a cascade of intracellular signaling events, ultimately leading to the activation of transcription factors that control the expression of genes involved in cell fate determination. In addition to these signaling pathways, a number of other factors are involved in the regulation of mesenchymal cell proliferation during ureter development. These factors include growth factors, such as insulin-like growth factor (IGF), and transcription factors, such as Pax2 and Six1. The coordinated action of these factors ensures that the metanephric mesenchyme proliferates and differentiates in a precise manner to form the ureter. This process is highly regulated, and any disruptions in the signaling pathways or other factors involved can lead to developmental defects in the urinary tract.'
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Proteins (1)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
Sonic hedgehog proteinA sonic hedgehog protein that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q15465]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (5)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
jervinejervine: teratogen from Veratrum grandiflorum; RN given refers to parent cpd(3beta,23beta)-isomer; structurepiperidines
cyclopaminepiperidinesglioma-associated oncogene inhibitor
cur 61414CUR 61414: inhibits the hedehog signaling pathway; structure in first source
gdc 0449HhAntag691: inhibits the hedgehog pathway and ABC transporters; has antineoplastic activitybenzamides;
monochlorobenzenes;
pyridines;
sulfone
antineoplastic agent;
Hedgehog signaling pathway inhibitor;
SMO receptor antagonist;
teratogenic agent
robotnikininrobotnikinin: binds sonic hedgehog protein to block its signaling pathway; structure in first source