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Cell cycle regulation is the process by which a cell controls its progression through various phases of the cell cycle, such as DNA replication, cell division, and cell growth. This regulation is crucial for ensuring that cells divide and grow in a controlled and coordinated manner, avoiding uncontrolled cell proliferation and potential development of diseases such as cancer. Key regulatory proteins, such as cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs), play a central role in governing the timing and progression of the cell cycle. Dysregulation of cell cycle control mechanisms can lead to various diseases and disorders, highlighting the importance of understanding and studying cell cycle regulation in both normal and diseased states.