Chromosome Dynamics and Evolution

Cell and Developmental Biology Center
DR. Akera'S LAB
CONTACT
photo of Dr. Takashi Akera
The Laboratory of Chromosome Dynamics and Evolution, led by Dr. Takashi Akera, uses mouse oocyte system to reveal both the cell biological basis and evolutionary consequences of meiotic drive, where selfish genetic elements violate Mendel’s Law of Segregation to increase their own rate of transmission.

Research & Publications