Melanocore uptake by keratinocytes occurs through phagocytosis and involves Protease-activated receptor-2 activation
H. Moreiras, M. V. Neto, L. B. Lopes, C. Escrevente, J. S. Ramalho, M. C. Seabra, D. C. Barral
The paper investigates how melanocores and melanosomes are internalized by keratinocytes, finding that melanocores are taken up via phagocytosis involving PAR-2 activation, while melanosomes use macropinocytosis.
bioRxiv · Apr 13, 2021 · PreprintCell Biology