Chromosome biology in the 21st century focuses on genome
function in the context of the intact eukaryotic cell nucleus. Its goals are a comprehensive
understanding of the mechanisms involved in chromosome function, and the correction
of aberrations in these processes that lead to disease.
The Center of Excellence in Chromosome Biology (CECB), open to all NCI intramural
investigators, brings together experts from fields such as dynamics of chromatin
structure and function; epigenetics and gene expression; chromosome segregation
and cell division; DNA replication, repair, and recombination; chromosome organization
and gene localization; and nuclear protein interaction dynamics. The CECB integrates
the intellectual and physical resources within NCI’s Intramural Research Program
to support outstanding research in chromosome biology.
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Travel awards for "Current Regulatory and Scientific
Issues in Genetic Toxicology" for registration visit
- http://www.gta-us.org
- Promote interaction and collaboration among researchers within the NCI, NIH, and beyond;
- Promote advances and opportunities for research in chromosome biology;
- Leverage cutting-edge tools, approaches, and resources to advance chromosome biology as it applies to cancer research; and,
- Train young investigators to address complex scientific questions through collaboration and multi-disciplinary approaches.