Possible involvement of DNA strand breaks in regulation of cell differentiation

The present review summarizes data on the accumulation of DNA strand breaks in differentiating cells. Large 50 Kbp free DNA fragments were observed by several research teams in non-apoptotic insect, mammal and plant cells. A more intensive DNA breakage was observed during maturation of spermatides,...

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Main Authors: N Sjakste, T Sjakste
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2009-08-01
Series:European Journal of Histochemistry
Online Access:http://www.ejh.it/index.php/ejh/article/view/1129