Heterogeneity in the coordination of delta cells with beta cells is driven by both paracrine signals and low-density Cx36 gap junctions

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 122, number 38, September 2025.
Regulated secretion of insulin and regulated glucagon is exceptionally important for maintaining normal blood sugar, including the prevention of hypoglycemia. The local liberation of the Somatostatine inhibitory hormone provides essential feedback …