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methylation [‚meth·ə′lā·shən] (organic chemistry) A chemical process for introducing a methyl group (CH3‒) into an organic compound. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| In recent years, scientists have learned that methylation isn't the only mark that changes whether genes are expressed. The researchers assessed offspring coat color and body weight, traits that can vary with methylation (a mechanism in which methyl groups attach to DNA where cytosine bases occur consecutively). Under the collaboration, scientists at Orion and the University of Glasgow will use Orion's methylation technologies to identify biomarkers useful in the detection and treatment of cancers of the lung, breast and ovaries. |
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