Polarized F-actin establishes cell interactions required for the formation of a stem cell niche
Everette Rhymer, Rachael Johnson, Robert M. Hughes, Lauren Anllo
The paper uses optogenetics to show that F-actin polarization is essential for forming and maintaining a functional stem cell niche in Drosophila testes.
bioRxiv · Aug 18, 2026 · PreprintDevelopmental Biology