2011.10.14
The physical mechanics of convergent extension: from actomyosin dynamics to the forces of elongation
Dr. Lance Davidson (Bioengineering and Developmental Biology, University of Pittsuburgh)
2011. 10. 14 (Fri) 16:00 ~ 17:30
Myodaiji Conf. Rm. (111)
Reference:
Surprisingly simple mechanical behavior of a complex embryonic tissue.
von Dassow M, Strother JA, Davidson LA.
PLoS One. 25, e15359, 2010
Macroscopic stiffening of embryonic tissues via microtubules, RhoGEF
and the assembly of contractile bundles of actomyosin.
Zhou J, Kim HY, Wang JH, Davidson LA.
Development, 137, 2785-94, 2010
Actomyosin stiffens the vertebrate embryo during crucial stages of elongation and neural tube closure.
Zhou J, Kim HY, Davidson LA.
Development 136, 77-88, 2009
