Telomeres and Telomerase in Aging, Disease, and Cancer 9783642092886

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Biochemistry

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Wordery

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Springer berlin heidelberg

Telomeres and Telomerase in Aging, Disease, and Cancer : Springer : 9783642092886 : 3642092888 : 19 Oct 2010 : Telomere shortening represents one of the basic aspects of ageing and telomere dysfunction could contribute to the accumulation of DNA damage during ageing. This book summarizes evidence and data indicating that telomere dysfunction influences human ageing, diseases and cancer. The book describes our current knowledge on checkpoints that limit cellular lifespan and survival in response to telomere dysfunction. There is special focus on adult stem cells.

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