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RNA is key to the dark matter of the genome − scientists are sequencing it to illuminate human health and disease

  • Written by Thomas Begley, Professor of Biological Sciences, Associate Director of The RNA Institute, University at Albany, State University of New York
RNA is key to the dark matter of the genome − scientists are sequencing it to illuminate human health and diseaseThere is still a great deal unknown about RNA and its modifications.Christoph Burgstedt/Science Photo Library via Getty Images

Although there are striking differences between the cells that make up your eyes, kidneys, brain and toes, the DNA blueprint for these cells is essentially the same. Where do those differences come from?

Scientists are...

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