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Hidden Code Activates Genes That Rapidly Respond to Pathogen Threats

July 22, 2020

A code discovered in DNA packaging proteins enables the rapid expression of genes needed to fight immediate threats, a finding that may pave the way for new treatments for cancer and inflammatory diseases.

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COVID-19, COVID-19 News, Dr. Steven Josefowicz, Gale and Ira Drukier Institute for Children’s Health, Research, Sandra and Edward Meyer Cancer Center, Graduate School of Medical Sciences

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