Epigenetic Inheritance Centromeres (IMAGE) Max-Planck-Gesellschaft Caption This diagram depicts the epigenetic inheritance of centromeres, as it occurs in higher organisms with a cell nucleus. During cell division, the histone CenH3 ensures that new protein is integrated into the two DNA strands. The position of the centromere can thus be passed on from one generation to the next. Credit MPI of Immunobiology and Epigenetics Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.