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From biorxiv.org

Peripheral heterochromatin tethering is required for chromatin-based nuclear mechanical response

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The cell nucleus is a mechanically responsive structure that governs how external forces affect chromosomes. Chromatin, particularly transcriptionally inactive heterochromatin, resists nuclear deformations through its mechanical response. However, chromatin also exhibits liquid-like properties,...

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on Feb 17