Abstract
An understanding of the function and control of DNA methylation in eukaryotes has been elusive. Studies of Neurospora crassa have led to a model that accounts for the chromosomal distribution of methylation and suggests a basic function for DNA methylation in eukaryotes.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Chromatin*
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DNA / metabolism*
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Eukaryotic Cells / metabolism
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Methylation
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Models, Genetic
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Molecular Structure
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Neurospora crassa / genetics
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Prokaryotic Cells / metabolism