Silent genes given voice
Article Abstract:
Issues are presented concerning an investigation of the role of genes which do not exhibit signs of influencing metabolic fluxes or growth in an organism. The study of mutations to reveal their function is discussed.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2001
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Comparing species
Article Abstract:
Genetic scientists are using the difference between human and animal genome sequences to identify how and why we are different.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2001
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