| dc.description.abstract | Deiters’ cells are important supporting cells of the sensory receptor cells in the organ of
Corti. They provide a physical and metabolic support to the outer hair cells, modulate their
electromotility and contribute to the cochlear amplification of the sound. However, their role
and their mechanism of action are not completely understood. The purpose of developing a
deeper understanding of the Deiters’ cells’ functions and properties is believed to have an
interest in pharmacological and therapeutical treatments. It could help improve hearing and
develop a possible treatment for hearing impairment. To this context, Ca2+ signalling
pathways in Deiters’ cells are studied to provide insight into the regulation of their
intracellular processes and intercellular communication. | en_US |
