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Epigenetics and DNA Methylation

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This cluster of papers explores the diverse mechanisms and functional implications of epigenetic modifications, including DNA methylation, histone modification, and chromatin remodeling. It delves into the role of these modifications in various biological processes such as cancer development, transgenerational inheritance, and environmental responses. Additionally, it discusses the potential applications of epigenetic therapy.

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DNA methylation; epigenetics; histone modifications; promoter methylation; epigenetic silencing; promoter hypermethylation; CpG islands; CpG sites; DNA methyltransferases; DNA demethylation; decitabine; differentially methylated regions; epigenetic biomarkers; epigenetic therapy; DNMT1; 5-methylcytosine; H3K27me3; epigenetic inheritance; epigenetic reprogramming; histone methylation; CpG methylation; 5-hydroxymethylcytosine; hypomethylating agents; polycomb repressive complex 2; epigenome-wide association study

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Morton address: 36173949738461707 · morton4x16-v1

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