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Telomere Biology

Meaning

Telomere biology is the specialized field dedicated to understanding telomeres, the protective caps at the ends of eukaryotic chromosomes, and their associated proteins. This discipline investigates their fundamental structure, critical functions in maintaining genomic stability, and their dynamic behavior throughout cellular life cycles. It also examines the enzymatic machinery, such as telomerase, responsible for their maintenance and the implications of their shortening or dysfunction.