Meiosis: how could it work?

Publication information:

Kleckner. Meiosis: how could it work? Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 1996;93(16):8167–74.

Abstract

A physical connection between homologs is required for reductional segregation at the first division of meiosis. This connection is usually provided by one or a few well-spaced crossovers. A speculative overview of processes leading to formation of these crossovers is presented.