Matching cellular dimensions with molecular sizes

@article{Reth2013MatchingCD,
  title={Matching cellular dimensions with molecular sizes},
  author={Michael Reth},
  journal={Nature Immunology},
  year={2013},
  volume={14},
  pages={765-767}
}
  • M. Reth
  • Published 1 August 2013
  • Biology, Medicine
  • Nature Immunology
This Commentary discusses the spatial perception of receptors and their nanoscale organization at the surface of the lymphocyte membrane. 
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