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Phylogenetic shadowing and computational identification of human microRNA genes

Authors :
Berezikow, Eugene
Cuppen, Edwin
Guryev, Victor
Belt, Jose van de
Wienholds, Erno
Plasterk, Ronald H.A.
Source :
Cell. Jan 14, 2005, Vol. 120 Issue 1, 21-4
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

An estimated 122 microRNAs (miRNAs) in 10 primate species were sequenced to reveal the conservation characteristics of miRNA genes. The results suggest the presence of significantly higher numbers of miRNAs in the human genome than previously estimated.

Subjects

Subjects :
Phylogeny -- Research
Primates -- Genetic aspects
Human genome -- Research
RNA -- Research
Biological sciences

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00928674
Volume :
120
Issue :
1
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Cell
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.131926797

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