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Scientists Unlock Secrets of 'Junk' DNA's Gene Regulation

7/27/2025

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An international team of scientists has unveiled the hidden potential of "junk" DNA, particularly transposable elements like MER11, in regulating genes. By analyzing over 1,000 genomes with long-read sequencing, they uncovered thousands of structural variants, deepening our understanding of human evolution and disease. This groundbreaking research reshapes the landscape of genomic studies.

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An international team of scientists has unveiled the hidden potential of "junk" DNA, particularly transposable elements like MER11, in regulating genes. By analyzing over 1,000 genomes with long-read sequencing, they uncovered thousands of structural variants, deepening our understanding of human evolution and disease. This groundbreaking research reshapes the landscape of genomic studies.