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Phrases with «transposable elements»

Transposable elements are small pieces of DNA that can move around within a genome. They are sometimes called "jumping genes" because they have the ability to change their position within the DNA sequence. These elements can have an impact on the evolution and diversity of an organism by inserting themselves into different parts of the genome, potentially affecting the function of genes. Full definition

Sentences with «transposable elements»

  • Retrotransposons, the most common type of transposable element in humans, make up about 45 percent of the human genome. (sciencenews.org)
  • EPFL scientists have carried out a genomic and evolutionary study of a large and enigmatic family of human proteins, to demonstrate that it is responsible for harnessing the millions of transposable elements in the human genome. (sciencedaily.com)
  • The initial goal of the project is to establish a large collection of Drosophila strains that each contain a single genetically engineered P transposable element insertion that mutates a different gene, in a genome free of other P elements. (fruitfly.org)
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