Fibroblast Growth Factors

4 researchers across 1 institution

4 Researchers
1 Institutions
0 Grant PIs
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Research in fibroblast growth factors (FGFs) investigates a family of proteins that play crucial roles in cell growth, differentiation, and survival. Scientists explore the molecular mechanisms by which FGFs bind to their receptors, triggering signaling pathways that influence a wide range of biological processes. This includes studying FGF structure and dynamics, understanding how genetic variations affect FGF function and metabolism, and examining the role of FGF signaling in normal development and in the context of various diseases. Methods employed include biochemical assays, cell-based experiments, and genetic manipulation techniques.

This area of study holds relevance for Arkansas by informing efforts to address public health challenges. Understanding FGF signaling can contribute to research on developmental disorders, wound healing, and the progression of diseases like cancer. Furthermore, insights into FGFs in plant and animal systems can potentially support agricultural innovation and the management of natural resources within the state.

This research intersects with protein structure and dynamics, receptor mechanisms, metabolism and genetic disorders, and disease mechanisms. Engagement with these related fields allows for a comprehensive approach to understanding FGF biology and its implications.

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Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
Phuc Phan University of Arkansas 7 301
Shivakumar Sonnaila University of Arkansas 3 73
Gaëtane Ternier University of Arkansas 3 39
Gaetane Ternier University of Arkansas 1 1
Protein Structure And Dynamics 4 Metabolism And Genetic Disorders 3 Receptor Mechanisms And Signaling 2 Disease Mechanisms Research 2 Meta-Analysis And Systematic Reviews 1 Plant And Animal Studies 1 Genomics And Phylogenetic Studies 1 Crispr And Genetic Engineering 1 Sars-Cov-2 And Covid-19 Research 1 Cancer Cells And Metastasis 1 Behavioral And Psychological Studies 1 Genomics And Rare Diseases 1 Molecular Biology Techniques And Applications 1 Cancer Treatment And Pharmacology 1 Cancer-Related Molecular Mechanisms Research 1

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Strategic Outlook

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Global trajectory
3,081 works in 2025
+2.1% CAGR 2018–2025
Leadership concentration
4.8% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 16
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2025 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Harvard University 1,004
  2. 2 The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center 676
  3. 3 Massachusetts General Hospital 614
  4. 4 National Institutes of Health 532
  5. 5 University of California, San Francisco 520
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