Intron RNA sequences help yeast cells to survive starvation.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
Intron sequences are removed from newly synthesized RNA and usually rapidly degraded. However, it now seems that introns have a surprising role — helping yeast cells survive when nutrients are scarce.
Medical subject headings
- Base Sequence
- Introns