Masafumi Inui

This study uses a Col22a1-EGFP reporter to visualize and analyze the dynamic three-dimensional structure of the myotendinous junction across development and in response to mechanical stress.

This paper develops a modified MyoAAV vector that detargets cardiac expression, enabling safe systemic induction of fast myofiber remodeling and hypertrophy in skeletal muscles.

This study develops an automated xeno-free system for efficient chondrogenic differentiation of human embryonic stem cells, producing high-quality cartilage suitable for clinical applications.

This study shows that Scx-positive tendon cells are essential for proper muscle attachment and patterning in mouse embryos, revealing a novel tissue-tissue interaction in musculoskeletal development.

This study shows the Lin28a/let-7 pathway regulates Hox gene expression during axial patterning by modulating Polycomb complex occupancy in vertebrates.