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Overview of Gene Transfer Methods in Molecular Biology

Explore various physical and chemical methods used for gene transfer, including electroporation, particle bombardment, microinjection, ultrasound, and bacterial transformation. Learn how DNA enters the nucleus and the role of retroviruses in gene transfer efficiency. Understand the process of RNA co

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Gene Therapy and Genome Editing Technology

This article provides insights into the status, regulatory considerations, and delivery methods of gene therapy and genome editing technologies. It discusses approved gene therapies in the US, human genome editing in clinical applications, and the regulatory authority of the FDA over gene therapy. T

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Gene Editing with CRISPR/Cas9 Technology

Explore the fascinating world of CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology through sessions led by experts like Roy Campbell and Howard Robinson. Delve into the working of gene editing, the CRISPR system, and the role of Cas9 enzyme. Learn about CRISPR's origin in prokaryotic organisms and its potential f

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Gene Expression Regulation in Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

Gene expression is a crucial process that leads to the production of functional gene products like RNA and proteins. This article explores the regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes, covering the importance of regulating gene expression, types of regulation elements, specif

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Bioinformatics

Bioinformatics involves analyzing biological sequences through sequence alignment to uncover functional, structural, and evolutionary insights. This process helps in tasks like annotation of sequences, modeling protein structures, and analyzing gene expression experiments. Basic steps include compar

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Artefacts and Biases in Gene Set Analysis

Gene set enrichment tests help identify functional gene sets enriched in hit lists compared to background sets. Various biases (technical, biological, statistical) can lead to incorrect conclusions in data analysis, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing them. Technical biases like

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Genetics and Genomics in Integrative Biology

Delve into the world of genetics and genomics through the lens of integrative biology, investigating the differences between cell types, the rationale for gene expression profiling, and the analysis of differential gene expression in various diseases. Uncover the significance of gene ontology, co-ex

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Evolutionary Mechanisms: Natural Selection, Genetic Drift, and Gene Flow

Exploring the forces behind evolutionary change, this content delves into natural selection, genetic drift, and gene flow. Examples such as the bottleneck effect, founder effect, and Amish population polydactylism are presented to illustrate how these mechanisms shape genetic diversity. The impact o

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Gene Prediction: Similarity-Based Approaches in Bioinformatics

Gene prediction in bioinformatics involves predicting gene locations in a genome using different approaches like statistical methods and similarity-based approaches. The similarity-based approach uses known genes as a template to predict unknown genes in newly sequenced DNA fragments. This method in

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Epigenetics: DNA Methylation and Histone Modification

Epigenetics involves modifications that impact gene expression without altering DNA sequences, playing a crucial role in the transition from genotype to phenotype. This includes DNA methylation, histone modification, and microRNAs. DNA methylation, controlled by DNMT enzymes, can lead to either gene

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Human Insulin Gene Expression and Production

The process of cloning and expressing the human insulin gene has revolutionized the production of insulin for treating diabetes. By using genetically engineered bacteria, the human insulin gene is inserted, expressed, and purified to create insulin for therapeutic use. This innovation has overcome c

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Gene Expression Profiling in Statistical Genetics Summer Institute 2020

This content provides information on the Summer Institutes of Statistical Genetics module, focusing on gene expression profiling. It includes details on the schedule, experimental design, RNA sequencing workflow, modes of bulk RNA sequencing, and RNASeq software. The content discusses crucial steps

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Gene Mutations in Molecular Biology

Gene mutations play a significant role in molecular biology, leading to alterations in DNA sequences that can impact offspring. These mutations can arise spontaneously or be induced by various factors, such as mutagens. Understanding gene mutations is crucial for comprehending the genetic basis of c

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Co-Developing Risk Assessments in Gene Drive

Gene drive technology is a cutting-edge approach aimed at combating malaria by spreading genetically modified genes in mosquito populations. This technology has the potential to protect endangered species and conserve nature. However, successful implementation requires complex collaborations, risk a

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Epigenetics: DNA Methylation and Histone Modification

Epigenetics refers to changes in gene expression without altering the DNA sequence. This involves processes like DNA methylation, histone modification, and microRNAs. DNA methylation is controlled by DNA methyltransferase enzymes and plays crucial roles in gene activation and silencing. Histone modi

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Gene Duplication, Mutation, and Read Mapping in Molecular Evolution

This presentation delves into the intricate concepts of gene duplication, DNA mutation, and read mapping in the context of molecular evolution. It explains the various types of mutations, the significance of gene duplication in generating new genetic material, and the process of read mapping to alig

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Gene Therapy: Types, Techniques, and Applications

Gene therapy involves introducing DNA into a patient to treat genetic diseases by correcting disease-causing mutations. There are two types of gene therapy: somatic gene therapy and germline gene therapy, each with different implications. Techniques such as gene augmentation therapy and gene inhibit

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Gene Regulation and Control of Gene Expression

This comprehensive content delves into the intricate mechanisms of gene regulation and control of gene expression. It covers topics such as transcriptional regulation, bacterial genes classification, and the role of regulatory proteins. Explore how genes are regulated at transcription, translation,

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Gene Expression in Biological Sciences Course

Explore the dynamic world of gene expression with the Chunky and Chips Gene Expression Group at the University of Notre Dame. Dive into topics like transcription, translation, and cellular events influencing gene expression. Delve into real-world scenarios and gain insights into the cellular level b

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Comprehensive Assessment of a Pathogenic CNV in a 2-Year-Old Male with Developmental Delay and Seizures

In this case study, a 2-year-old male presenting with developmental delay and seizures was evaluated for a CNV at the 12p13.1p12.3 region. The CNV was found to overlap with the GRIN2B gene, a known haploinsufficient gene associated with developmental disorders. Despite potential additional scoring c

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Epistasis: Genetic Interactions and Their Implications

Epistasis is a phenomenon where the phenotypic expression of one gene is influenced by interactions with another gene. This concept, first introduced in 1909, plays a crucial role in genetics, affecting various traits and evolutionary processes. The difference between dominance and epistasis lies in

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Evaluation of Maternally Inherited 3q26.32 Duplication in a 6-Year-Old Male with Autism

Maternal inheritance of a 3q26.32 duplication in a 6-year-old male with autism was assessed using the GAIN scoring metric. The duplication involves the TBL1XR1 gene and was found to fully overlap with a known haploinsufficient gene. The genomic content evaluation indicates the presence of one protei

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Gene Wiki Jamboree FaceBase Spring Meeting Summary

The Gene Wiki Jamboree FaceBase Spring Meeting in 2010 aimed to create collaboratively-written and community-reviewed review articles for every gene in the human genome and every concept relevant to FaceBase. It highlighted the value of such articles, providing quick summaries and compilations of re

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Raw Data of Agarose Gel for Human Gene Expression Analysis

This supplementary data includes raw data from agarose gel electrophoresis showing gene expression levels for human SOX17, FOXA2, AFP, ALB, and ACTB in various cellular samples. The gel images depict the expected sizes of amplicons for each gene in different conditions and time points of cell cultur

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Splice Sites and Splicing Elements in the Inhibitory Dopamine Receptor Gene (D2)

In this project, the focus is on identifying splice sites relevant to the inhibitory dopamine receptor gene (D2). The problem involves finding splicing elements within a specific range of known splice sites in the gene. The data provided includes the D2 gene entry in FASTA format, a database of spli

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Reverse Genetic Approaches in Gene Manipulation

Reverse genetic approaches involve mutating a target gene to observe its phenotypic effects, providing insights into the gene's normal function. Techniques like gene knockout, knockdown, and homologous recombination are used to manipulate genes and study genetic pathways, leading to discoveries in v

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Basics of Hypothesis Testing in Gene Expression Profiling

The lecture covers the essential aspects of hypothesis testing in gene expression profiling, emphasizing experimental design, confounding factors, normalization of samples, linear modeling, gene-level contrasts, t-tests, ANOVA, and significance assessment techniques. Practical insights are shared on

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Investigating the Impact of Silencing the APP Gene and Stimulating the CaMKII Pathway on Synaptic Plasticity in Alzheimer's Disease

This study explores the effects of silencing the APP gene and activating the CaMKII pathway on synaptic plasticity in Alzheimer's disease. The experiment aims to maintain the secretion of neurotransmitters by presynaptic neurons when the APP gene is knocked out, potentially offering insights into no

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Role of Smad7 Protein in Regulation of Collagen 1 Gene in Kidney Cells

Smad7 knockout leads to increased Collagen 1 gene levels in kidney cells, potentially contributing to renal fibrosis. Lack of Smad7 protein may result in overproduction of Collagen 1. This protein is found in the extracellular matrix and plays a crucial role in kidney fibrosis pathways, such as TGF-

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Basics of Genetics Engineering: Introduction to DNA and Gene Expression

Exploring the fundamentals of genetics engineering, this lecture covers topics such as DNA structure, gene expression, gene function, genome, mutation, recombination, and genetic modification. Understand the significance of DNA, genes, and the processes involved in gene expression. Dive into the wor

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Gene Pools, Allele Frequencies, and Mutations in Population Genetics

Dive into the significance of gene pools and allele frequencies, exploring how mutations drive the emergence of new alleles. Learn about factors impacting allele frequencies like mutations, environmental pressures, genetic drift, and gene flow. Discover the types of mutations and their effects on po

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Gene Coding Potential Analysis for Multiple Genes

Analysis of coding potential for six genes revealed details such as start positions, gene lengths, coding potential scores, and functional predictions. Genes exhibit various characteristics like RBS values, Blast results, and Family of unknown function classifications based on multiple analyses like

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Expression Vectors for Efficient Gene Expression

Expression vectors are designed to facilitate gene expression by carrying essential elements such as promoters, terminators, and fusion tags. They allow precise control over gene regulation for transcription and translation in host cells, enabling efficient protein production. Different promoters li

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Cloning the Cstps-1 Gene from Citrus sinensis for Valencene Production

In this project, the Cstps-1 gene from Citrus sinensis is being cloned to produce the enzyme Citrus Valencene Synthase (CVS) responsible for generating the fragrant valencene compound. The process involves DNA isolation from a Valencia orange, gene amplification, vector transformation, and testing f

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Role of Multiple Enhancers in Gene Regulation

Multiple enhancers play a crucial role in regulating gene expression in a cell, with approximately 3-5 enhancers associated per human gene. These enhancers are essential for tissue-specific expressions and are active within the same cell line. The use of multiple enhancers can impact gene expression

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Chromosomal and Gene Mutations in Genetics

Chromosomal and gene mutations play a crucial role in genetic variations. Mutations such as insertion, deletion, and substitution can lead to significant changes in DNA sequences, affecting gene expression and cellular functions. Additionally, chromosomal mutations like deletion, amplification, inve

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Advances in Gene Therapy Programs and Best Practices Workshop Insights

Workshop outcomes and discussions from the MDA-NINDS Workshop on Best Practices for Gene Therapy Programs, highlighting key challenges, possible solutions, and the impact on translational funding programs. The workshop format included orienting talks and panels focusing on scientific premise, regula

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Plant Bioinformatics Studies on ChIP-Seq Data Analysis

Plant bioinformatics researchers conducted experimental analyses and mapped gene regulatory networks using ChIP-Seq data. The studies involved exploring gene expression, regulatory interactions, and transcription factor binding sites. Techniques such as peak calling, motif finding, and peak annotati

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Challenges in Identifying Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Phenotype for Genetic Analysis

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) presents complex challenges in genetic association analysis due to factors like gene-environment interactions and varying susceptibility among individuals. Phenotyping plays a crucial role in gene mapping accuracy by defining specific traits of the condition. Early

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PUBLIC HEALTH AND GENE THERAPY TECHNOLOGY

A novel approach to treat, cure, or prevent disease by changing a person's gene expression through gene therapies which aims at modifying the genetic makeup of individuals. This innovative field involves deliberate gene modification to restore normal cell functioning and tissue repair. Explore the s

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