Macrophages use sub-micron actin ridges in phagocytosis of encapsulated fungal pathogens
Jaime Canedo, Mahrukh Shameem, Laura Campesino, Taghreed Shumrani, James Bradford, Yin Xin Ho, Lynne Prince, Jason S. King, Endre Kiss-Toth, Heather L Wilson, Rhoda L Hawkins, Simon Johnston
The paper identifies sub-micron actin ridges on macrophages that facilitate phagocytosis of encapsulated fungal pathogens like Cryptococcus neoformans.
bioRxiv · Nov 2, 2026 · PreprintCell Biology