Centromeres are vital for keeping our genetic information safe during cell division. They are made up of long, repeating sequences of DNA. These sequences are tough to study because they are so repetitive. This makes it hard to get a clear picture of how they work and how they have changed over time in different species. Scientists have found a way to get a better l...

The way cells divide has long been a mystery. It was thought that cells always round up before splitting into two identical daughters. However, recent findings have shattered this belief. It turns out that cells don't always round up before dividing. This discovery could change how we understand cell division and its role in health and disease. The shape of a cell b...

Ever wondered how plants regrow their roots after damage? Scientists peeked at Arabidopsis roots, a common lab plant, using a special microscope that can take fast pictures over time. They found something interesting: when roots are hurt and start growing back, their cells divide differently than in healthy roots. The timing and place where cells split apart, called ...