Crawling, waving, inch worming, dilating, and pivoting mechanics of migrating cells: Lessons from Ken Jacobson

Alex Mogilner, Mariya Savinov

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Abstract

Research on the locomotion of single cells on hard, flat surfaces brought insight into the mechanisms of leading-edge protrusion, spatially graded adhesion, front-rear coordination, and how intracellular and traction forces are harnessed to execute various maneuvers. Here, we highlight how, by studying a variety of cell types, shapes, and movements, Ken Jacobson and his collaborators made several discoveries that triggered the mechanistic understanding of cell motility. We then review the recent advancements and current perspectives in this field.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)3551-3559
Number of pages9
JournalBiophysical journal
Volume122
Issue number18
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 19 2023

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biophysics

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