telomerase

IPA: tʌɫˈoʊmɝeɪz

(biochemistry, genetics) An enzyme in eukaryotic cells that adds a specific sequence of DNA to the telomeres of chromosomes after they divide; gives the chromosomes stability over time.

Examples of "telomerase" in Sentences

Telomerase is an enzyme that helps maintain the length of telomeres, which are the protective caps at the end of chromosomes
Scientists are studying the role of telomerase in aging and cancer, as abnormalities in this enzyme can lead to uncontrolled cell division
Some cancer cells have high levels of telomerase activity, allowing them to divide indefinitely and evade the normal cell cycle
Telomerase is considered a potential target for cancer therapy, with drugs being developed to inhibit its activity in cancer cells
Research into telomerase has also raised the possibility of using it to prolong human lifespan and combat age-related diseases