: the complete series of events from one cell division to the next compare g1 phase, g2 phase, m phase, s phase
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebAmong its many functions are import and export packaging of RNA from the nucleus, synthesis of genomic RNA, cell cycle manipulation of the host cell, and suppression of interferon responses to name a few. William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 26 Apr. 2022 This gene is considered a master regulator of the cell cycle and without it, cells are transformed and immortalized into the continually-dividing cells common to all cancers. Lindsey Botts, The Arizona Republic, 25 Apr. 2022 But being able to place a fossilized cell into a specific spot within the cell cycle is quite new in paleontology. David Bressan, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2021 But this time, in addition to observing the normal cell cycle under the microscope, the researchers were able to tweak the process without a mutation in a follow-up experiment. Katrina Miller, Wired, 8 July 2021 Amir is particularly interested in whether this process translates to the bacterial cell cycle. Katrina Miller, Wired, 8 July 2021 If the combination of signals is not right, then TP53 triggers a response such as stopping the cell cycle to repair DNA. Viviane Callier, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 May 2020 Examples of such groups of genes are those involved in regulating the cell cycle and programmed cell death, and pathways for immune function and DNA repair. Amanda Kowalczyk, The Conversation, 1 July 2020 The answer could have implications for treatment — cells that divide more rapidly, for example, would be more vulnerable to drugs that effect replication or the cell cycle.Quanta Magazine, 13 Nov. 2013 See More
Word History
First Known Use
1901, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
cell cycle
noun
: the complete series of events from one cell division to the next see g1 phase, g2 phase, m phase, s phase