To create comprehensive reference maps of all human cells—the fundamental units of life—as a basis for both understanding human health and diagnosing, monitoring, and treating disease.
Development Biological Network
Additional information about this network, including datasets and any atlases assembled so far, can be found on our Data Portal.
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During development, controlled differentiation programmes give rise to a broad repertoire of cells with highly specialised functions and tissue locations. The Human Developmental Cell Atlas (HDCA) aims to generate a comprehensive profile of these cell types and states present during development. This detailed study of development will be critical for understanding congenital and childhood disorders, as well as ageing. Furthermore, since malignant cells exploit developmental programmes for their survival and growth, a deeper understanding of development will have impact in cancer research.
2022 Developmental and Pediatric Cell Atlas meeting report
Network Coordinators:
- Alain Chedotal
- Muzz Haniffa
- Deanne Taylor
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