3' End Choice: Impact on Genes & Disease
Produktnummer:
1880f2cde201ba41169b5bae52e089280a
| Autor: | Johnson |
|---|---|
| Themengebiete: | 3' end processing (of RNA) 3' end sequencing Alternative polyadenylation (APA) Disease phenotypes (symptoms) Gene expression regulation Non-coding RNA (ncRNA) Polyadenylation (adding a poly-A tail) RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) RNA splicing (alternative splicing) mRNA stability and translation |
| Veröffentlichungsdatum: | 21.05.2024 |
| EAN: | 9783384234605 |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| Seitenzahl: | 148 |
| Produktart: | Kartoniert / Broschiert |
| Verlag: | tredition |
Produktinformationen "3' End Choice: Impact on Genes & Disease"
The tail end of a gene, the 3' untranslated region (UTR), might seem insignificant, but it holds surprising power. This seemingly simple sequence acts as a decision point, influencing how much protein is made from a gene. Think of it as a dimmer switch on a gene's light. The 3' UTR can be bound by regulatory molecules, acting like a dimmer switch that increases or decreases the mRNA's stability and translation into protein. Mutations or variations within the 3' UTR can disrupt this delicate control, leading to either overproduction or underproduction of crucial proteins. This imbalance can have a significant impact on health. Diseases like cancer and neurodegenerative disorders have been linked to malfunctions in 3' UTR regulation. By understanding how the 3' UTR influences gene expression, scientists can potentially develop new therapies. Targeting this region could offer a way to fine-tune protein production and combat diseases caused by imbalances
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