Centromere Structure and Evolution

The centromere is a chromosomal locus that regulates the proper pairing and segregation of the chromosomes during cell division. Despite their conserved, essential function, centromeres are characterized by the rapid evolution of both centromeric DNA and proteins. This book presents current views on...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Ugarkovic, Durdica (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg Springer Berlin Heidelberg 2009, 2009
Edition:1st ed. 2009
Series:Progress in Molecular and Subcellular Biology
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • The Epigenetic Basis for Centromere Identity
  • The Centromere-Drive Hypothesis: A Simple Basis for Centromere Complexity
  • Centromere-Competent DNA: Structure and Evolution
  • The Role of ncRNA in Centromeres: A Lesson from Marsupials
  • Evolutionary New Centromeres in Primates
  • Structure and Evolution of Plant Centromeres