Understanding Epigenetics
In a nutshell, epigenetics is additional information layered on top of our genetic code—information that determines how that genetic code is used. It tells a liver cell to do liver things and a brain cell to do brain things.
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This article introduces oncohistones and provides a brief overview of commonly studied oncohistone mutations and their involvement in cancer.
The epigenetic inactivation of the X chromosome during embryonic development drives major biological processes – for us and for our favorite pets.
For Scientists
IHEC guidelines for reference epigenome standards and standard operating procedures for wet lab experiments and data analysis.
Publications
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