Scientists discover hidden “winds” inside cells that could explain cancer spread
Why it matters: Understanding these cellular winds could explain how cancer cells spread and lead to new therapeutic targets.
- Cells are not passive but actively generate internal currents to move proteins efficiently.
- "Cellular winds" push materials to the front of the cell, facilitating faster movement and repair.
- Advanced imaging confirmed the existence of these internal currents after their accidental discovery.
Scientists have uncovered previously unknown internal currents, dubbed "cellular winds," within cells that actively transport proteins and materials, challenging the long-held view of passive cellular interiors. This discovery, made by chance and verified with advanced imaging, reveals a mechanism crucial for efficient cell movement and repair.
