RRC ID 45681
Author Askjaer P, Galy V, Meister P.
Title Modern tools to study nuclear pore complexes and nucleocytoplasmic transport in Caenorhabditis elegans.
Journal Methods Cell Biol
Abstract The nematode Caenorhabditis elegans is characterized by many features that make it highly attractive to study nuclear pore complexes (NPCs) and nucleocytoplasmic transport. NPC composition and structure are highly conserved in nematodes and being amenable to a variety of genetic manipulations, key aspects of nuclear envelope dynamics can be observed in great details during breakdown, reassembly, and interphase. In this chapter, we provide an overview of some of the most relevant modern techniques that allow researchers unfamiliar with C. elegans to embark on studies of nucleoporins in an intact organism through its development from zygote to aging adult. We focus on methods relevant to generate loss-of-function phenotypes and their analysis by advanced microscopy. Extensive references to available reagents, such as mutants, transgenic strains, and antibodies are equally useful to scientists with or without prior C. elegans or nucleoporin experience.
Volume 122
Pages 277-310
Published 2014-1-1
DOI 10.1016/B978-0-12-417160-2.00013-8
PII B978-0-12-417160-2.00013-8
PMID 24857735
MeSH Active Transport, Cell Nucleus Animals Caenorhabditis elegans / genetics* Caenorhabditis elegans Proteins / metabolism* Chromatin / metabolism Embryo, Nonmammalian / cytology Embryo, Nonmammalian / embryology Fluorescent Antibody Technique / methods Microscopy, Electron, Transmission / methods Nuclear Pore / metabolism* Nuclear Pore Complex Proteins / analysis* RNA Interference RNA, Small Interfering
IF 1.441
Times Cited 6
WOS Category CELL BIOLOGY
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