MTOC
Noun
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MTOC (plural MTOCs)
(biochemistry) Initialism of microtubule-organizing center.
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Cilia and flagella always extend directly from a MTOC, in this case termed the basal body.
Here, nucleation of microtubules for structural roles and for generation of the mitotic spindle is not from a canonical centriole-like MTOC.
Dynein motors pull the MTOC toward the cell membrane, thus assisting in correct positioning and orientation of the entire apparatus.
The microtubules originate in the MTOC and fan out into the cell; each cell has two MTOCs, as shown in the diagram.
The MTT granted a lease to operate the system until 1 July 1916 to the MTOC, with the MTOC paying 4.5% interest on the debts incurred by the MTT in building the system.
The MTT was responsible for the construction of tracks and engine house, while the MTOC built the depots, offices and arranged for the delivery or construction of the rolling stock.