Developmental Cell
Volume 10, Issue 6, June 2006, Pages 693-706
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Staying in Shape with Formins

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Formins constitute a diverse protein family present in all eukaryotes examined. They are defined by the presence of a formin homology 2 (FH2) domain, which possesses intrinsic and conserved functions regulating cytoskeletal dynamics. Over the past few years, formins have become recognized as potent nucleators of linear actin filaments that control a large variety of cellular and morphogenetic functions. Here, we review the molecular principles of formin-induced cytoskeletal rearrangements and their consequences for a growing number of biological processes.

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