21. To that agent, he gave the name bone morphogenetic protein, commonly known now as BMP. 22. This is important because without the bone morphogenetic proteins the bone cells would turn into fat cells. 23. The experiment also proved the existence of morphogenetic substances, which would eventually become known as mRNP. 24. Under his influence, Crick also became interested in morphogenetic gradients and how they may help specify biological patterns. 25. Bone morphogenetic protein ( BMP ) signaling, induces cell death and Noggin blocks cell death in the digits. 26. Therefore, LGR5 might be a receptor for a member of the large family of bone morphogenetic protein antagonists. 27. BMP-2 like other bone morphogenetic proteins, plays an important role in the development of bone and cartilage. 28. The bone morphogenetic proteins ( BMPs ) are a family of secreted signaling molecules that can induce ectopic bone growth. 29. It, like other bone morphogenetic proteins ( BMPs ), is involved in the development of bone and cartilage. 30. BMPR1B is a member of the bone morphogenetic protein ( BMP ) receptor family of transmembrane serine / threonine kinases.