Phrases with «mitochondrial genome»

The phrase "mitochondrial genome" refers to the set of genes or genetic material that is found within our mitochondria. Mitochondria are tiny structures present in our cells that produce energy. So, the mitochondrial genome is like a tiny DNA library that carries the instructions for certain functions within the mitochondria, such as energy production. Full definition

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The resulting near - complete mitochondrial genome sequence, detailed in this week's Nature, is now the oldest of its kind for any human species. (seeker.com)
In total, the authors recovered mitochondrial genomes from 90 individuals, and genome - wide datasets from three individuals. (sciencedaily.com)
The new study, based on an analysis of more than 2000 different mitochondrial genomes, revealed some common features in the genes that mitochondria have retained. (science.sciencemag.org)
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