Sentences with phrase «specific areas of the genome»
It builds on a 2011 discovery by Berman and Laird that first determined loss of these DNA marks — called methyl groups — occurs in specific areas of the genome in cancer.
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Researchers have previously harnessed this system to create gene - editing complexes composed of a DNA - cutting enzyme called Cas9 and a short RNA that guides the enzyme to a specific area of the genome, directing Cas9 where to make its cut.
According to Dr. Burgess, the team is now working to extend the period that sperm cells can be cultured, so there is more time to select cells that have the foreign gene inserted in specific areas of the genome in what is commonly called a «targeted gene knockout.»
Not exact matches
These regions can be clumped into larger areas of the genome called quantitative trait loci, which are known to contain genes that produce a specific physical effect, such as shaggy hair.
They found four key areas of the genome where specific SNPs correlate with skin color.
The locus sits close to an area of the genome where humans and chimps are known to share specific combinations of genes.
Scientific working groups will drive forward specific areas of analysis including statistics and population genetics (led by Gil McVean and Roberto Amato), technology benchmarking (led by Dan Neafsey and Jim Stalker) and reference genomes (led by Matt Berriman and Thomas Otto).
An international speaking panel will bring together top researchers in the areas of genome wide scanning (GWS), the major histocompatability complex (MHC), genetic testing, genetic counseling, and specific genetic disorders of cats and dogs.