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Micro RNA and Gene Expression
Genes that code for proteins aren't the only kind of gene. There are thousands that code for micro RNA, which are fundamental to gene regulation and cell health.

Published by Kayar (238 pts ) on Oct 26, 2009 to
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The Discovery of Messenger RNA
Messenger RNA plays a key role in protein synthesis. This article looks at how the molecule was inadvertently discovered by Elliot Volkin and Lazarus Astrachan, who didn't realize the exact role of their 'DNA-like-RNA' find. It was left to other genetic researchers to make the connection.

Published by Sonal Panse (12,123 pts ) on Sep 28, 2009 to
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What Does RNA Stand For?
RNA stands for ribonucleic acid, and it's very similar to DNA. It can be found in several locations inside cells and plays an integral role in the formation of proteins.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on Sep 28, 2009 to
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Protein Synthesis: How Are Proteins Built?
Proteins are the building blocks of the cell. They perform many critical functions that are needed for survival. Their manufacture starts in the nucleus when they are molecules of DNA. This article looks at the process of protein synthesis.

Published by bala (5,939 pts ) on Sep 11, 2009 to
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How RNA is Formed From DNA
The genetic code is written in the language of DNA, but is not translated directly into proteins. It goes through a process of conversion into an intermediate stage where it exists as RNA. This RNA is known as messenger RNA.

Published by bala (5,939 pts ) on Sep 11, 2009 to
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Famous Scientists in Genetics: Marshall Warren Nirenberg
Marshall Warren Nirenberg is one of the most famous scientists in genetics. During his work for the National Institutes of Health in the late 1950s and early 1960s he studied the relationship between DNA, RNA, and protein, and helped identify the basis of the genetic code.

Published by Jason C. Chavis (4,377 pts ) on May 9, 2009 to
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Where is RNA Found?
RNA is primarily a linear nucleic acid polymer. Unlike DNA it is not a double helix. It can be found in several locations in the cell - in the nucleus, the ribosomes, and the mitochondria.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on Mar 30, 2009 to
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