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Par proteins: Partners in polarization

Current Biology
DOI: 10.1016/S0960-9822(04)00078-8
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Abstract

Proteins can be localized either by inclusion or exclusion, and the Par polarity proteins illustrate both mechanisms. Cdc42 recruits Par-6 to a limited region of the plasma membrane. Par-6 recruits Par-3, which is actively removed from other regions by Par-1 and Par-5. Inclusion and exclusion together ensure efficient segregation of the polarity proteins.

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Macara, I. G. (2004, February 17). Par proteins: Partners in polarization. Current Biology. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0960-9822(04)00078-8

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