Decoding a green alga's ciliary layer: Study reveals high‐resolution structure

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Mar 21, 2025, 1:44 pm976 ptsInterestingTop
Biological cells often possess thin, hair-like protrusions on their surface known as cilia, which serve various functions ranging from movement to sensing environmental signals. Researchers from Germany and Italy have recently revealed new insights into the protective layer surrounding these cilia.

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