telomere
noun
telo·mere
ˈte-lə-ˌmir 
ˈtē-
ˈtē-
: the natural end of a eukaryotic chromosome composed of a usually repetitive DNA sequence and serving to stabilize the chromosome
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Aging shrinks telomeres, but longer than normal telomeres aren’t healthy either, as they’re associated with higher cancer risks.
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science.org, 21 June 2024
This ability is due in part to its robust stem cell maintenance, including telomere dynamics that prevent cellular damage, keeping the hydra’s body resilient against diseases and the wear and tear of time.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
With each cell division, telomeres shorten, ultimately leading to cell death.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2024
When a cell's telomeres become too short, the cell can no longer thrive.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 29 July 2024
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science.org, 21 June 2024
This ability is due in part to its robust stem cell maintenance, including telomere dynamics that prevent cellular damage, keeping the hydra’s body resilient against diseases and the wear and tear of time.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
With each cell division, telomeres shorten, ultimately leading to cell death.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2024
When a cell's telomeres become too short, the cell can no longer thrive.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 29 July 2024
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telomere
noun
telo·mere
ˈtel-ə-ˌmi(ə)r
ˈtēl-
ˈtēl-
: the natural end of a eukaryotic chromosome composed of a usually repetitive DNA sequence and serving to stabilize the chromosome
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