Abstract
The movement of certain pathogens, such as Listeria monocytogenes, is commonly believed to be driven by actin polymerization. By hijacking the actin machinery of the host cell, these pathogens can move in the cytoplasm with a speed in the order of 0.1 μm/s. Several microscopic or macroscopic models have been proposed to account for the force generation by actin polymerization, however, a theoretical explanation for the rich trajectories traced out by the pathogens, including circles, winding S curves, translating figure eights, and serpentine shapes etc., is still lacking.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
