New insights into cell division from simplified model: Artificial minimal actin cortex developed

Monday, January 14, 2013 - 11:00 in Biology & Nature

All living organisms consist of cells that have arisen from other living cells by the process of cell division. However, it is not yet fully understood just how this important process takes place. Scientists have now developed a minimal biological system, which brings together key components of the cell division apparatus. With the aid of this minimal model, the researchers were able to take a closer look at the biophysical mechanisms involved.

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