Epigenetics as an Evolutionary Tool for Centromere Flexibility

Centromeres are the complex structures responsible for the proper segregation of chromosomes during cell division. Structural or functional alterations of the centromere cause aneuploidies and other chromosomal aberrations that can induce cell death with consequences on health and survival of the or...

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Main Authors: Laura Leo, Marcella Marchetti, Simona Giunta, Laura Fanti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-07-01
Series:Genes
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4425/11/7/809