New DNA modification system discovered in animals, captured from bacteria more than 60 MYA - Science Daily

In humans and other eukaryotes, two principal epigenetic marks are known. A team has discovered a third, novel epigenetic mark -- one formerly known only in bacteria -- in bdelloid rotifers, small freshwater animals. Epigenetic marks are modifications to DNA …

Your DNA holds the blueprint to build your body, but it's a living document: Adjustments to the design can be made by epigenetic marks.Epigenetic marks are modifications to DNA bases that don't chang… [+5172 chars]

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