Phase separation found in immune response within cells (IMAGE)

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Phase separation found in immune response within cells

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NEMO proteins are condensed in liquid droplets (red puncta) in the cytoplasm of a human cell in response to stimulation by a cytokine (interleukin-1β). Blue shows the nucleus of the cell.

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UT Southwestern Medical Center

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