The cytoplasm of living cells can sustain transient and steady intracellular pressure gradients
M. Malboubi, M. H. Esteki, M. B. Vaghela, L. I. Korsak, R. J. Petrie, E. Moeendarbary, G. Charras
This study shows that cells can sustain intracellular pressure gradients over minutes, revealing the role of cytoplasmic poroelasticity in mechanical responses and cell physiology.
bioRxiv · Apr 22, 2024Biophysics