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A mutagen is a chemical or physical phenomenon, such as ionizing radiation, that promotes errors in DNA replication.
… such as ionizing radiation, that promotes errors in DNA replication. … Mutagen, DNA Mutation, DNA Replication, Cancer … a chemical or physical agent capable of inducing changes in DNA called mutations. Examples of mutagens include tobacco … such as ionizing radiation, that promotes errors in DNA replication. …
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Using a recently developed DNA base-editing technique, researchers correct accelerating aging disorder.
… Using a recently developed DNA base-editing technique, researchers correct accelerating … Researchers have successfully used a DNA-editing technique to extend the lifespan of mice with the … a rare genetic disease that causes extreme premature aging in children and can significantly shorten their life …
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DNA Day Reddit “Ask Me Anything” prompts rousing discussion.
… DNA Day Reddit “Ask Me Anything” prompts rousing discussion. … May 6, 2019. Each year on April 25 , we celebrate National DNA Day, which commemorates the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNA's double helix in 1953. On … DNA Day 2019 Reddit AMA …
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The Encyclopedia of DNA Elements (ENCODE) aims to identify all functional elements in the human and mouse genomes.
… and MIT A Catalog of Cell Types and Genomic Elements in Tissues, Organoids and Disease UM1 HG009390 Erez Lieberman … ENCODE ChIP-seq pipeline using endogenously tagged human DNA-associated proteins UM1 HG009411 Charles Lee The Jackson … University of California, San Diego Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research High-throughput CRISPR-mediated functional …
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A new study by researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is challenging traditional practices for validating DNA sequencing results.
… is challenging traditional practices for validating DNA sequencing results. The research suggests that newer, faster, "next-generation" DNA sequencing (NGS) methods are as accurate - and perhaps … results. The study may have important implications for the DNA sequencing of clinical samples, and perhaps affect the …
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Next-generation DNA sequencing (abbreviated NGS) refers to the use of technologies for sequencing DNA that became available shortly after the completion of the Human Genome Project (which relied on the first-generation method of Sanger sequencing).
… Next-Generation DNA Sequencing … Next-generation DNA sequencing (abbreviated NGS) refers to the use of technologies for sequencing DNA that became available shortly after the completion of the … DNA sequencing establishes the order of the bases that make … NGS technologies can sequence an entire human genome in a single day and for less than 1,000. …
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NHGRI awards $6.7 million in new research grants to develop DNA sequencing technologies that are more sensitive, faster, cheaper and more accurate.
… "Can you believe they make DNA sequencers the size of staplers?" asked Meni Wanunu, … Dr. Wanunu, assistant professor in the physics department at Northeastern University, is surely not alone in his astonishment. The field of DNA sequencing is full of ideas that are just crazy enough to …
Outreach
The DNA Day Starter Kit contains all of the materials you need to plan your classroom or community event.
… The DNA Day Starter Kit contains a style guide and all of the … DNA Day Starter Kit … The DNA Day Starter Kit contains all of the materials you need to … The DNA Day Starter Kit contains all of the materials you need to …
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Micro-sized technologies are among the approaches researchers will use to develop high quality, low cost DNA sequencing technology.
… researchers will use to develop high quality, low cost DNA sequencing technology through new grants from the … available, are the last to be awarded by the Advanced DNA Sequencing Technology program of the National Human … new group of awards - which total more than $4.5 million in the first year - is wide-ranging, and includes several …
Outreach
Frequently asked questions about National DNA Day - a unique day when students, teachers, and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics.
… What is National DNA Day and why is it important? National DNA Day commemorates the successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNA's double helix by James … DNA Day FAQ … Frequently asked questions about National DNA Day - a unique day when students, teachers, and the …