How Dying Cells Signal Growth: Mechanical Forces Drive Targeted Cell Proliferation after Apoptosis
Researchers from the Toyama Lab at MBI reveal how mechanical factors control apoptosis and cell replacement.
Associate Professor Yusuke Toyama appointed as the Dean’s Chair
In recognition of his high impact research program, MBI Principal Investigator Yusuke Toyama has been appointed the Dean’s Chair in the Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore.
Defects in Epithelial Tissue Organization
A question of life and death
From the Bottom Up
Basal protrusions stimulate rosette formation during cell intercalation
Illuminating the Contacts
Using superresolution imagining to map adherens junction machinery
Letting Go
How dying cells detach from their neighbors
Cell Extrusion Mechanisms
Making sure to expel an unwanted cell
Elongation by Contraction
Pulling forces drive changes in cell shape
Forcing Wounds Closed
A cellular tug-of-war mechanically drives gap closure
