Rat Fibroblast Growth Factor 2 (FGF2) Protein

Background

FGF2, also referred to as basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF), is a growth factor involved in critical cellular processes, including angiogenesis, wound healing, and tissue repair It binds to FGF receptors (FGFRs) and activates pathways like Ras/MAPK and PI3K/AKT, which regulate cell proliferation, survival, and differentiation FGF2 is expressed in endothelial cells, fibroblasts, and smooth muscle cells, where it drives vascularization during tissue repair and development It promotes stem cell maintenance and supports neurogenesis by enhancing neuronal survival and regeneration Dysregulated FGF2 contributes to tumor growth, angiogenesis, and metastasis in cancers such as breast cancer and glioblastoma Targeting FGF2 signaling is a therapeutic strategy in cancer treatment, tissue regeneration, and ischemic conditions