How do chromosomes divide?
In a body, every single cell has the same number of chromosomes. This is because when a cell divides, the replicated chromatids are equally segregated into daughter cells. But, the first meiotic division is a clear exception. This division segregates maternal and paternal chromosomes for production of eggs and sperms, which are the origin of a new life. What is the story behind this division?
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Cell Division Workshop
Tomoya Kitajima, Shuhei Yoshida, Osamu Takenouchi and Tappei Mishina attended Cell Divison Workshop held in Mishima from 28-29 July, 2022 and presented their researches. Tappei received the Best Poster Award.
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A new paper from a collaborative research
Hirohisa Kyogoku (Visiting Scientist) has revealed the dynamics of biparental meiosis carrying spermatocyte-derived chromosomes in oocytes, in collaboration with Dr. Ogura's lab at RIKEN BRC.
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