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golgi apparatus

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Golgi apparatus is a principal organelle in eukaryotic cells, constituting a central concept in cell biology research. It is primarily studied for its role in the post-translational modification, sorting, and packaging of proteins and lipids. Research investigates its complex structure, dynamic membrane trafficking mechanisms, and biochemical pathways, characterized by a stacked array of cisternae with functional polarity. Its significance lies in its essential contribution to cellular homeostasis, the secretory pathway, and membrane biogenesis, with implications for understanding cellular function and disease pathogenesis.

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VM

Centre for Genomic Regulation

JE

Yale University

WE

Scripps Research Institute

LO

University of Geneva

AN

The University of Tokyo

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National Institutes of Health

Bethesda, United States

University of California San Diego

San Diego, United States

Yale University

New Haven, United States

Stanford University

Stanford, United States