Peritoneal lymphatics: two types, two functions or just a dead end?

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Prof. Friedemann Kiefer performs research at the Cells-in-Motion Cluster of Excellence, investigating how lymphatic vessels are formed and preserved. His research focuses on: – Development, morphogenesis and maintenance of lymphatic vessels – Interplay of hypoxia, the vascular systems and leukocytes in different physiological and pathological settings and its relevance for organ function