RNA-seq of cardiac-specific Cdk1 knockout mice at 3 weeks after experimental myocardial infarction
Biological Relevance and Intent of the Experiment: The objective of this study is to elucidate the role of Cdk1 in cardiac function, specifically its contribution to cardiomyocyte proliferation and response to injury. Using a heart-specific Cdk1 knockout mouse model, we investigate the molecular and cellular impact of Cdk1 deficiency in the context of myocardial infarction (MI). Cdk1 is known for its regulatory functions in cell cycle progression, and its absence may significantly affect cardiac repair mechanisms post-MI. This research aims to explore whether the lack of Cdk1 impairs cardiomyocyte regeneration or promotes maladaptive remodeling, leading to compromised cardiac function.