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Research reveals the mystery behind the puzzle-like shape of lymphatic vessels
A groundbreaking study led by Professor Taija Mäkinen, Director of the Wihuri Research Institute, reveals how the puzzle-like pattern of lymphatic endothelial cells enables them to withstand changes in fluid pressure, such as tissue swelling. Similar cell shapes can also…
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Wihuri Research Institute Symposium 2024
The 2024 Wihuri Research Institute Symposium on Cardiovascular Biology was held on 15 August 2024 at the Hanaholmen Cultural Center in Helsinki. It was organized in collaboration with the Doctoral Programme in Biomedicine (DPBM) at the University of Helsinki. Thank…
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Kari Alitalo receives the Lefoulon-Delalande Scientific Grand Prize
Academy Professor, Academician, Kari Alitalo from the University of Helsinki and the Wihuri Research Institute, together with Professor Susan E. Quaggin from the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University share the 2023 Lefoulon-Delalande Foundation Scientific Grand Prize of the Institut…
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Taija Mäkinen appointed as Director of the Wihuri Research Institute
Recruitment of a global leader in vascular biology will continue to place Finland at the forefront of biomedical research. Professor Taija Mäkinen has been appointed the Wihuri Research Institute Director (WRI) and Professor of Translational Medicine (35%) at the Faculty…