Abstract
The current paradigm for plant morphogenesis dictates that cortical microtubules serve as a template for the assembly of the cellulosic wall which, in turn, controls cell expansion. A new study provides direct evidence that tissue-level tension can serve as a mechanical signal to align cortical microtubules, thus establishing a critical feedback mechanism for the morphogenetic process.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | R207-R208 |
Journal | Current Biology |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 10 Mar 2009 |