Browsing Honors College by Author "Umphlett, Hannah Bassett"
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The role of mRNA translation mechanisms in germ cell and embryonic development in C. elegans
Umphlett, Hannah Bassett (East Carolina University, 2023-05-03)Reproductive cells and embryos use mRNA regulation as a primary means of gene expression. mRNA translational mechanisms rely on the eIF4 translation factors. These include eIF4E, which binds mRNA 7-methylguanosine caps, ...