RNA Turnover in Eukaryotes: Nucleases, Pathways and Analysis of mRNA Decay

Download or read book RNA Turnover in Eukaryotes: Nucleases, Pathways and Analysis of mRNA Decay written by Lynne E. Maquat and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2009-01-30 with total page 661 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Specific complexes of protein and RNA carry out many essential biological functions, including RNA processing, RNA turnover, RNA folding, as well as the translation of genetic information from mRNA into protein sequences. Messenger RNA (mRNA) decay is now emerging as an important control point and a major contributor to gene expression. Continuing identification of the protein factors and cofactors, and mRNA instability elements responsible for mRNA decay allow researchers to build a comprehensive picture of the highly orchestrated processes involved in mRNA decay and its regulation. - Covers the nonsense-mediated mRNA decay (NMD) or mRNA surveillance pathway - Expert researchers introduce the most advanced technologies and techniques to identify mRNA processing, transport, localization and turnover, which are central to the process of gene expression - Offers step-by-step lab instructions, including necessary equipment and reagents