Newly discovered protein helps preserve egg chromosome integrity during aging
Eggs follow a very different developmental path from sperm. Once a male hits puberty, sperm cells are produced…
Genetic ‘barcodes’ could explain why chromosomes recognize one another
Repetitive satellite DNA in fruit flies appears to act like a chromosome-specific barcode, helping matching chromosome pairs find…
Dual pathways found for centromere specification, ensuring accurate chromosome segregation
Despite the immense amount of genetic material present in each cell, around three billion base pairs in humans,…
Tiny DNA junctions provide feedback to control genetic crossovers
Every new life begins after a genetic shuffle. When organisms make eggs or sperm, maternal and paternal chromosomes…