Article
The association between stressors and telomeres in non‐human vertebrates: a meta‐analysis
27 Nov 2019
Abstract excerpt
Animal response to stressors such as harsh environmental conditions and demanding biological processes requires energy generated through increased mitochondrial activity. This results in the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). In vitro and some in vivo studies suggest that oxidative damage of DNA caused by ROS is responsible for telomere shortening. Since telomere length is correlated with survival in...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
