Regulation of plant organelle dynamics: tales of motors and tethers Event

Abstract: Plant organelle movement is important for growth, development and in response to external stimuli. Movement is largely controlled by two broad processes; molecular motors, myosin, and through interaction between organelles controlled by molecular tethering proteins. Sparkes’ research group takes a holistic view to characterising organelle dynamics by studying both of these broad principles. By using a combination of molecular cell biology, biophysical modelling and high end live cell imaging techniques (including optical tweezers) they have quantified these mechanistic principles. The seminar will highlight aspects of the research and show you that plants are truly dynamic organisms!