Cell Shape and Movement

3 credits · Undergraduate credit

How do cells change their shape, migrate, or reorganize their interiors? The cytoskeleton and associated motor proteins are responsible for many dynamic, cellular movements. Defects in the regulation of cell movement can lead to a number of diseases, including cancers and neurodegenerative diseases. In this primary literature-based discussion course, we will explore how the cytoskeleton enables cellular movements in healthy and disease states, with an emphasis on recent and cutting edge research.