University of Queensland researchers have discovered a mechanism in DNA that regulates how disease-causing mutations are inherited.
The University of QueenslandAug 21 2024
"Removing this modification leads to uncontrolled accumulation and inheritance of mutations in the DNA," Dr Hahn said. "It shows how this epigenetic mark guards against disease-causing mutations and ensures the continuity of healthy cells," she said.
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