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The dynein regulatory complex is the nexin link and a major regulatory node in cilia and flagella.
The Journal of cell biology - 14 Dec 2009
Heuser Thomas, Raytchev Milen, Krell Jeremy, Porter Mary E, Nicastro Daniela
Abstract excerpt
Cilia and flagella are highly conserved microtubule (MT)-based organelles with motile and sensory functions, and ciliary defects have been linked to several human diseases. The 9 + 2 structure of motile axonemes contains nine MT doublets interconnected by nexin links, which surround a central pair of singlet MTs. Motility is generated by the orchestrated activity of thousands of dynein motors, which drive...
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