hTERT

hTERT (human Telomerase Reverse Transcriptase) is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in cellular aging and cancer. It helps maintain the length of telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes. As cells divide, telomeres shorten, leading to aging and eventual cell death. hTERT can counteract this shortening, allowing cells to divide indefinitely, which is often seen in cancer cells. Understanding hTERT is important for researchers studying aging, cancer treatment, and potential therapies targeting cell growth and longevity.