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EMBL Scientists Observe DNA Looping Process in High Resolution


Published on 2025-03-26 00:02:21 - AZoLifeSciences
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  • Among the many marvels of life is the cell's ability to divide and thus enable organisms to grow and renew themselves.

Scientists at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) have made a significant breakthrough in understanding DNA dynamics by observing the DNA looping process in high resolution. This study, published in the journal *Nature*, utilized advanced microscopy techniques to capture detailed images of how DNA loops form, which is crucial for gene regulation. DNA looping allows distant parts of the DNA molecule to come into close proximity, facilitating interactions between genes and their regulatory elements. The high-resolution images reveal the intricate mechanics of this process, showing how proteins and other molecular factors orchestrate the bending and looping of DNA. This insight not only enhances our understanding of gene expression but also has implications for studying genetic diseases where DNA looping might be disrupted.

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