Content area
Abstract
A new aspect of cell membrane structure is presented, based on the dynamic clustering of sphingolipids and cholesterol to form rafts that move within the fluid bilayer. It is proposed that these rafts function as platforms for the attachment of proteins when membranes are moved around inside the cell and during signal transduction.
Details
Title
Functional rafts in cell membranes
Author
Simons, Kai; Ikonen, Elina
Pages
569-72
Publication year
1997
Publication date
Jun 5, 1997
ISSN
00280836
e-ISSN
14764687
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
204454478
Copyright
Copyright Macmillan Journals Ltd. Jun 5, 1997