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Li-Ming Lee1, Thomas Müntefering2, Thomas Budde3

  • 1Department of Neurology with Institute of Translational Neurology, University Hospital Münster, Münster, Germany.

Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry : International Journal of Experimental Cellular Physiology, Biochemistry, and Pharmacology
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K2p channels; Pathophysiological mechanisms; Oncology; CNS disorders; Autoimmune diseases; Cardiovascular diseases; Hematologic diseases; Type 2 diabetes; Urinary and GI disorders

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