Molecular motor grows cell's microtubules

Monday, October 26, 2015 - 14:30 in Biology & Nature

Motor proteins that pause at the ends of microtubules and produce pushing forces can also stimulate their growth, according to researchers. The proteins' function could be a critical component in understanding cell division and nerve branching and growth.

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