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mikro-RNAs

mikro-RNAs Definition miRNAs are short, evolutionarily conserved non-coding RNAs (≈20-24 nt) that are formed in a multi-step process via Drosha/DGCR8, Exportin-5, Dicer and Argonaute proteins. They regulate gene expression mainly post-transcriptionally through seed-dependent binding to target mRN...

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One of Germany's most accomplished dermatologists with decades of expertise in clinical dermatology. Emeritus professor at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum, author of more than 30 textbooks and over 700 scientific publications.