Complete microviscosity maps of living plant cells and tissues with a toolbox of targeting mechanoprobes [Plant Biology]

Mechanical patterns control a variety of biological processes in plants. The microviscosity of cellular structures effects the diffusion rate of molecules and organelles, thereby affecting processes such as metabolism and signaling. Spatial variations in local viscosity are also generated during fundamental events in the cell life cycle. While crucial to...

Source: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences - July 27, 2020 Category: Science Authors: Lucile Michels, Vera Gorelova, Yosapol Harnvanichvech, Jan Willem Borst, Bauke Albada, Dolf Weijers, Joris Sprakel Tags: Biological Sciences Source Type: research