A study in mice reveals key interactions between proteins involved in fibroblast growth factor signaling and how they contribute to distinct stages of eye lens development.

4 crystalline lens A transparent tissue in the eye. Together with the cornea located on the outside ... In the process of differentiation of lens fiber cells, newly differentiated fiber cells ...

They also found that these immune cells remain on the lens surface until the inflammation is resolved. "Debunking the thought that the eye could not care for itself is a big deal," says Dr. Menko.