Sheltzer will continue to explore the evolution of aneuploid cells, including the question of whether the rapid evolution seen in pre-malignant cells might account for their subsequent ability to resist chemotherapy. (sciencedaily.com)
However, telomerase, the enzyme, which can synthesize telomeres, may also support the survival of aneuploid cells by alleviating telomere induced stress signals in response to aneuploidy. (sciencedaily.com)
Examples of aneuploid embryos include trisomy 18 and trisomy 21, otherwise known as Down Syndrome. (pacificfertilitycenter.com)