Scientists have known for some time that protein production can be disrupted by preventing the protein-coding instructions of messenger RNA from reaching the ribosomes, which are the sites of protein synthesis. If a gene cannot send its code, the protein cannot be made, and the trait that is mediated by the protein is then not realized. One process of interfering with the translation of messenger RNA into protein is known as “gene silencing.” Dr. Ed Golenberg, professor of biological sciences from Wayne State University will present his work on this innovative control strategy.
Emerging Research: Gene Silencing
Author: E. Golenberg, Wayne State University
Year: 2013
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Type: Video, Webinar
Topic: Biology, Management