Scientists measure cellular membrane thickness inside cells for the first time (IMAGE)

Scripps Research Institute

Scientists measure cellular membrane thickness inside cells for the first time

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A three-dimensional model of different organelle membranes created from high-resolution imaging data reveals that membranes vary in thickness. Darker colors indicate thicker regions of the membrane, while lighter colors mark thinner areas.

 

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