Figure 1: FGF receptor signalling is required for the formation of mesoderm. Expression of a dominant negative
FGF receptor (dark red) inhibits the expression of Brachyury (blue), a gene which is normally expressed in a ring
around the gastrula and is an early marker for mesoderm.

Taken by Enrique Amaya, Amaya et al (1993) FGF signalling in the early specification of mesoderm in Xenopus.

Research Area: FGF receptor signaling in early development