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Small RNAs as Guardians of the Genome

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Malone, Colin D., Hannon, Gregory J.·2009·Cell

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Transposons populate the landscape of all eukaryotic genomes. Often considered purely genomic parasites, transposons can also benefit their hosts, playing roles in gene regulation and in genome organization and evolution. Peaceful coexistence with mobile elements depends upon adaptive control mechanisms, since unchecked transposon activity can impact long-term fitness and acutely reduce the fertility of progeny. Here, we review the conserved roles played by small RNAs in the adaptation of eukaryotes to coexist with their genomic colonists. An understanding of transposon-defense pathways has uncovered recurring themes in the mechanisms by which genomes distinguish “self” from “non-self” and selectively silence the latter.

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Authors
Malone, C. D., & Hannon, G. J.
Venue
Cell
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Published
2009-02
Volume
136
Issue
4
Pages
656-668
ISSN
0092-8674 (ISSN-L)
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W2068847708
Cited by
836
References
140
FWCI
100.12
Type
journal article
Language
en
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