Characterization of Vlf1 as a regulator of lipophagy
Lipid droplets (LDs) are unique organelles, surrounded by a phospholipid monolayer. They are present in most eukaryotic cells including the unicellular model organism S. cerevisiae. LDs store neutral lipids which serve as precursors for amphipathic membrane lipids and as an energy reserve. Loss of LDs in S. cerevisiae...