Chromosome congression: on the bi-orient express.
Errors in chromosome-spindle attachments during cell division can lead to an irreversible change in chromosome number. Proper connections between chromosomes and spindle microtubules can be promoted by both chromosome-intrinsic and extrinsic mechanisms during mitosis and meiosis.
Foley
Emily A
EA
Kapoor
Tarun M
TM
D000818:Animals; D002875:Chromosomes / Q000235:genetics*; D006801:Humans; D008540:Meiosis / Q000235:genetics; D008938:Mitosis / Q000235:genetics; D008957:Models, Genetic; D008941:Spindle Apparatus / Q000235:genetics