Supporting Cells

CRC Press eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Gary M. Wessel, Julian L. Wong, Carmen J. Williams, Mark A. Johnson, Harvey M. Florman
DOI: 10.1201/9781003148401-7
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Abstract

Gametogenesis cannot occur without the assistance of a large cast of supporting cells that enable gamete development within the gonad or from afar (e.g. they reside in distal organs). Nearly all gametes are influenced by proximal supporting cells that are in intimate contact; conversely, the extent of aid provided by cell populations in other organs depends on the sex of an individual (e.g. female, male, or hermaphrodite) and where the majority of embryonic development occurs (e.g. within an eggshell or within the female reproductive tract).

Fields of Study & Subjects

Reproductive biology and impacts on aquatic species Reproductive Biology and Fertility Developmental Biology and Gene Regulation

Publication details

Journal / source
CRC Press eBooks
Pages
97–112
Publication date
11 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter