An overview on the role of telomere , telomerase in degenerative diseases and cancer

Telomerase maintains the length of telomeric DNA at the end of chromosomes; stabilizes the functions of chromosomes, protects the structure of chromosome DNA and regulates normal cell growth. The length and stability of telomeres determine the cellular lifespan, furthermore, they correlate with cell...

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Main Authors: Churong Li, Yin Gang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: International Association of Physical Chemists (IAPC) 2015-09-01
Series:ADMET and DMPK
Online Access:http://pub.iapchem.org/ojs/index.php/admet/article/view/207