Blue-light labeling uncovers unexpected protein partners of folded DNA structures

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DNA can be more than just a double helix. When four strands are folded into a compact bundle, they form a G-quadruplex (G4). These bundles form in guanine-rich regions across the genome, including telomeres at the ends of chromosomes and the control regions of genes, where the pr

DNA can be more than just a double helix. When four strands are folded into a compact bundle, they form a G-quadruplex (G4). These bundles form in guanine-rich regions across the genome, including telomeres at the ends of chromosomes and the control regions of genes, where the pr This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking insect. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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