ENCODE
ENCODE
ENCODE (Encyclopedia of DNA Elements) is a public research project launched by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) in September 2003. Its goal is to identify all functional elements in the human genome.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ɛnˈkoʊd/
Etymology
The term ENCODE is an acronym derived from "Encyclopedia of DNA Elements".
Definition
ENCODE is a collaborative data collection of the functional elements of the human genome that uses next-generation DNA sequencing technologies. The project aims to offer a comprehensive list of functional elements in the human genome, including genes, transcripts, and transcriptional regulatory regions, along with their associated function.
Related Terms
- Genome: The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
- DNA sequencing: The process of determining the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule.
- Transcript (genetics): An RNA molecule transcribed from the DNA of a gene.
- Transcriptional regulatory regions: Regions of DNA where regulatory proteins bind to control the transcription of nearby genes.
- National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI): A division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States, dedicated to advancing health through genome research.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on ENCODE
- Wikipedia's article - ENCODE
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