Telomeres are non-coding DNA sequences found at the ends of chromosomes. Telomeres function to maintain the stability and integrity of chromosomes so that there is no fusion and fusion with other chromosomes, or degradation by nuclease enzymes. Telomere dysfunction can lead to cancer or pathological aging, depending on the integrity of the DNA damage response
The Telomere Study Center is a research center that specifically examines the acceleration of telomere shortening or lengthening, which is an indicator of degenerative diseases and cancer. Research at the Telomere Study Center relates to natural and synthetic (chemical) substances that influence telomere damage. Established in 2015, equipped with new equipment since 2017 and ready to play an active role in nation building through research
Vision
To become a Telomeres Research Center that is able to compete at the national level and plays an active role in national development through research that can lead YARSI University to become one of the best universities
Mission
- Developing Science and Technology-based Telomeres Research
- Developing relevant telomeres research to improve the quality of education and to address the business needs as well as the needs of society in general
- Developing tel omere research that can be published in accredited and reputable journals
- Obtaining Intellectual Property Rights
Principal Researcher
- Dr. Risdawati Djohan Apt,. M. Kes (Head and Researcher of the Telomere Research Center)
- Prof. Dr. Endang Purwaningsih
- Dr. Drs. M. Samsul Mustofa MS.
Research assistant:
- Pendrianto, M. Farm.