The various components in a cell, such as proteins, lipides and RNA (ribonucleic acid), must be correctly distributed to ensure the survival of the cell. The proteins, mRNA and lipides are asymmetrically distributed in most cells. Under certain circumstances the loss of this asymmetry can have disastrous consequences. Most types of cancer are based not only on a malformation of the cell, but also on a
BINDER Innovation Prize 2010
Prize for outstanding achievements in the field of cytology for Dr. Anne Spang (Basle University)
The various components in a cell, such as proteins, lipides and RNA (ribonucleic acid), must be correctly distributed to ensure the survival of the cell. The proteins, mRNA and lipides are asymmetrically distributed in most cells. Under certain circumstances the loss of this asymmetry can have disastrous consequences. Most types of cancer are based not only on a malformation of the cell, but also on a