Cellular heterogeneity results from indirect effects under metabolic tradeoffs

The emergence and maintenance of multicellularity requires the coexistence of diverse cellular populations displaying cooperative relationships. This enables long-term persistence of cellular consortia, particularly under environmental constraints that challenge cell survival. Toxic environments are...

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Main Authors: Aina Ollé-Vila, Ricard Solé
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Royal Society 2019-09-01
Series:Royal Society Open Science
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Online Access:https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/pdf/10.1098/rsos.190281