Dynein (shown in yellow) applies 'side-on' and 'end-on' pulling forces to position the mitotic spindle during cell division in baker's yeast. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for ...
Osaka, Japan -- When a cell divides--a process known as mitosis--its chromosomes need to be separated and evenly distributed into the newly created daughter cells. Although this is known to be ...