Illustration of findings and observed tissues (IMAGE)

Salk Institute

Illustration of findings and observed tissues

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Salk Institute researchers profiled the 3D genome structure of cells from 16 different tissues from the human body to create an atlas that will help scientists study human health and disease. Tissues included: skin, small intestine, stomach, nerve, large intestine, adrenal gland, breast, pancreas, brain, esophagus, lung, heart (ventricle), heart (atrial appendage), blood, placenta, and skeletal muscle.

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Amy Cao, Salk Senior Illustrator

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