How chromosomes shape up for cell division: Scientists reveal DNA loop formation mechanisms

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Mar 24, 2025, 11:00 am286 pts
Among the many marvels of life is the cell's ability to divide and thus enable organisms to grow and renew themselves. For this, the cell must duplicate its DNA—its genome—and segregate it equally into two new daughter cells.

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