New DNA role in modifying gene function: Findings suggest new approach could create highly targeted therapeutics

Sunday, April 10, 2011 - 18:30 in Biology & Nature

For years, scientists have thought of DNA as a passive blueprint capable only of producing specific proteins through RNA transcription. Now, researchers have shown DNA can also act to fine-tune the activity of certain proteins known as nuclear receptors.

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