JUNK DNA. A JOURNEY THROUGH THE DARK MATTER OF THE GENOME - NESSA CAREY

Embark on a fascinating journey into the depths of the genome, where junk DNA turns out to be the key to understanding the biological complexity of humans. Nessa Carey's book is an insightful look at non-coding sequences that have been considered useless for years. Get ready for a revolution in your thinking about genetics!

• In-depth analysis of the role of junk DNA in gene expression
• Explanation of the impact of non-coding sequences on the development of diseases
• Presentation of evolutionary processes from the perspective of junk DNA
• Redefinition of basic genetic concepts based on the latest research
• Clear introduction to the topic for a wide audience
• Collaboration with leading scientists in Europe and North America
• Important source of knowledge about the history of research on junk DNA

For decades after the discovery of the DNA structure, biologists focused exclusively on protein-coding genes. The rest of the genome - as much as 98 percent of its content - was treated as a biological artifact, devoid of function. Only recent studies have shown that so-called junk DNA plays an important role in controlling gene expression - from precisely tuning their activity to turning off entire chromosomes. These discoveries have forced scientists to redefine the concept of the gene and have sparked a lively debate as to whether this genomic "nonsense" is the key to understanding the biological complexity of humans.

Nessa Carey, drawing on her experience gained from working with leading scientists in Europe and North America, has written a clear and compelling introduction to the issue of junk DNA and the key contribution of this type of genome regions to such diverse phenomena as genetic diseases, viral infections, sex determination in mammals, and evolution. We are only now beginning to uncover the secrets of junk DNA, and this book is an important source for learning about the history of this area of research marked by heated controversy.

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The book "Junk DNA. A Journey Through the Dark Matter of the Genome" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand how our genome really works. Discover fascinating discoveries that are changing our view of genetics and evolution. Immerse yourself in the world of junk DNA and discover its secrets!