NCIt definition : A ubiquitin-rich cytoplasmic inclusion encased in vimentin found near the microtubule
organizing center. It is formed in response to cellular stresses that cause the production
of misfolded proteins at levels that exceed the degradative capacity of the proteasome.
This inclusion body is comprised of aggregated misfolded or denatured proteins that
have been transported along microtubules to the pericentriolar space where they become
encased in vimentin.;