Lubna Nadeem, PhD
Speaker
Talk Title: Tunneling nanotubes: Macrophage-Myocyte communication and cargo transport in pregnant uterus
Description:
I will discuss the unique role played by tunneling nanotubes mediated communication between macrophages and uterine myocytes, and its influence on the timing of labor onset. Specifically, I will present our recent findings on how this intercellular communication mediates functional progesterone withdrawal in uterine myocytes, which can lead to the premature activation of the quiescent myometrium and ultimately resulting in preterm labor.
Nanotubes in Reproduction
Mini Symposia I
Thursday, March 14, 1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.