Tubulin Code

The Tubulin Code refers to the complex regulation of microtubules, which are structures made of proteins called tubulin found in cells. Just as instructions (a code) guide the functioning of a computer, the Tubulin Code dictates how microtubules behave, influencing processes like cell shape, movement, and division. This code involves various chemical modifications on tubulin proteins that provide specific signals for different cellular functions. Understanding the Tubulin Code helps researchers explore how cells operate and develop treatments for diseases like cancer, where these processes can go awry.