5.6.2 - Neurological Disorders
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What is the primary role of epigenetics in gene regulation?
💡 Hint: Think about how genes are controlled and expressed.
What does DNA methylation usually do to gene expression?
💡 Hint: Recall what happens when methyl groups are added.
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What is the role of DNA methylation in gene expression?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when methyl groups are added to DNA.
True or False: Epigenetic changes can be inherited across generations.
💡 Hint: Think about how traits are passed through families.
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Explain how epigenetic mechanisms could potentially provide a solution for treating Alzheimer’s disease by altering gene expression patterns.
💡 Hint: Think about specific genes affected in Alzheimer’s.
Evaluate the impact of off-target effects in the context of using CRISPR-dCas9 for treating neurological disorders.
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of precision in genetic modifications.
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