Schizosaccharomyces (Noun)
Meaning
Type and only genus of Schizosaccharomycetaceae; comprises the fission yeasts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Schizosaccharomyces is a genus of fission yeast that has been widely used in research on cell division and genetics.
- The species Schizosaccharomyces pombe is one of the most studied members of this genus due to its unique characteristics.
- Schizosaccharomyces comprises several species, including S. pombe, S. octosporus, and S. japonicus, each with distinct features.
- Studies on Schizosaccharomyces have provided valuable insights into the mechanisms of cell cycle regulation and DNA repair.
- Schizosaccharomyces is the only genus in the family Schizosaccharomycetaceae, making it a distinct group of organisms within the fungal kingdom.