Symmetry Breaking in Neuronal Development

Many physical systems break symmetry in their evolution. Biophysical systems, such as cells, developing organisms, and even entire populations, are no exception. Developing neurons represent a striking example of a biophysical system that breaks symmetry: neurons cultured in vitro begin as cell bodi...

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Main Author: Wissner-Gross, Zachary Daniel
Other Authors: Yanik, Mehmet Fatih
Language:en_US
Published: Harvard University 2012
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Online Access:http://dissertations.umi.com/gsas.harvard:10639
http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:9824174