Role of cell shape in determination of the division plane in Schizosaccharomyces pombe: random orientation of septa in spherical cels

Authors :: Sipiczki, M.
Yamaguchi, M.
Takeo, K.
Grallert, A.
Zilahi, E.
Bozsik, A.
Miklos, J.
Source :: Journal of Bacteriology. March, 2000, Vol. 182 Issue 5-6, p1693, 9 p.
Publication Year :: 2000
Abstract: Results demonstrate that cell shape has indirect effects on positioning of the septum by spindle extension. Data reveal that in spherical cells, the cell division scars and septa lie in an angular position with respect to each other.

Subjects :: Polarity (Biology) -- Analysis
Cells -- Morphology
Cell division -- Influence
Developmental cytology -- Research
Biological sciences

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