Chromosomes
Chromosomes find the perfect match
4 Oct 2017A
protein duo ensures that the chromosomes in reproductive cells find their
significant other
Combined effects
17 Jul 2012New study provides mechanistic insights into how gene transcription is regulated in mammalian cells
Sorting through the damage
22 Nov 2011A high-throughput sequencing strategy allows scientists to follow cancer’s trail of genomic destruction
Battle of the sex chromosomes
25 Oct 2011Skewed X chromosome expression may confound laboratory models of human diseases
Stopping bad news from spreading
30 Mar 2010Dividing cells employ multiple, parallel countermeasures to prevent the transmission of damaged genetic material
Non-linear thinking
8 Dec 2009Chromosomal looping enables genome-wide ‘remote control’ of transcription, and may help coordinate activity from multiple genes
Old before their time
27 Oct 2009A seemingly innocuous metabolic enzyme may play a key role in bringing about premature aging