How our cells build their “skeleton” (activitat en anglès)
The fundamental unit of life, the cell, comes in a stunning variety of shapes, from connecting circuits and preventing developmental disordersanched structures of neurons. This shape isn’t just cosmetic; it’s absolutely crucial for how a cell does its job. The cell’s internal “skeleton”—the cytoskeleton—is the master architect controlling this shape, movement, and internal traffic. A key component of this skeleton is the microtubule network, which acts like cellular highways and scaffolding. In diseases like cancer, the cell’s shape and organization break down, revealing defects in the cytoskeleton. Our research dives into how this cellular framework is built and maintained, focusing on the specialized cells that form the brain, where proper cell shape and internal organization are essential for connecting circuits and preventing developmental disorders.
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