BiophysicsThe Journal of Cell BiologyPeer-reviewed
Kinetochores grip microtubules with directionally asymmetric strength
Joshua Donald Larson, Natalie A. Heitkamp, Lucas E. Murray…·Charles L. Asbury
The paper shows that kinetochores grip microtubules six-fold stronger when pulled toward plus ends, suggesting directional asymmetry in attachment strength contributes to mitotic accuracy.