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A theoretical framework for planar polarity establishment through interpretation of graded cues by molecular bridges.

ABSTRACT: Planar polarity is a widespread phenomenon found in many tissues, allowing cells to coordinate morphogenetic movements and function. A common feature of animal planar polarity systems is the formation of molecular bridges between cells, which become polarised along a tissue axis. We propose that these bridges provide a general mechanism by which cells interpret different forms of tissue gradients to coordinate directional information. We illustrate this using a generalised and consistent modelling framework, providing a conceptual basis for understanding how different mechanisms of gradient function can generate planar polarity. We make testable predictions of how different gradient mechanisms can influence polarity direction.

SUBMITTER: Fisher KH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6382004 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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A theoretical framework for planar polarity establishment through interpretation of graded cues by molecular bridges.

Fisher Katherine H KH   Strutt David D  

Development (Cambridge, England) 20190201 3

Planar polarity is a widespread phenomenon found in many tissues, allowing cells to coordinate morphogenetic movements and function. A common feature of animal planar polarity systems is the formation of molecular bridges between cells, which become polarised along a tissue axis. We propose that these bridges provide a general mechanism by which cells interpret different forms of tissue gradients to coordinate directional information. We illustrate this using a generalised and consistent modelli  ...[more]