tenomeres

Tenomeres are a type of telomere, which are the protective caps at the ends of chromosomes. Unlike conventional telomeres, which are composed of repetitive DNA sequences, tenomeres are composed of repetitive RNA sequences. They were first discovered in the mitochondria of certain organisms, including some fungi and plants, and are thought to play a role in the stability and integrity of these organelles.

The discovery of tenomeres has challenged traditional views of telomere biology, as they are not composed of DNA but rather RNA. This has led to new questions about the mechanisms by which telomeres are maintained and how they contribute to cellular aging and disease. Research into tenomeres is ongoing, and their role in various biological processes is still being explored.

Tenomeres are found in the mitochondria of certain organisms, including some fungi and plants. They are composed of repetitive RNA sequences and are thought to play a role in the stability and integrity of these organelles. The discovery of tenomeres has challenged traditional views of telomere biology and has led to new questions about the mechanisms by which telomeres are maintained and how they contribute to cellular aging and disease. Research into tenomeres is ongoing, and their role in various biological processes is still being explored.