Nikolas
Created page with "Matrix metalloproteinases (<abbr>MMPs</abbr>) are calcium-dependent zinc-containing endopeptidases. They degrade proteins of the extracellular matrix, hence the name. They’re involved in converting structural matrix proteins to signaling molecules, changing the structure of matrix proteins, initiate cell proliferation, induce cell survival, activate signaling molecules and, more importantly, in cancer metastasis, angiogenesis and vasoconstriction. Many subtypes of MMP..."