Genome Structure & Function in the Spotlight

You might hear about genes a lot in science news, but what you SHOULD be hearing more about is your genome structure! PhD candidate Ranya Virk describes how she and other scientists use a combination of optical techniques and computational modeling to figure out the exact mechanism of DNA packing, especially in complex diseases like cancer. 

If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: 

Imaging breakthrough leads to further understanding of genome structure and function (press release)Epigenetics: why your DNA isn't enough (website article)NPR Shortwave's Legacy of Trauma: Can Experiences Leave a Biological Imprint? (podcast episode)The Gene: An Intimate History by Siddhartha Mukherjee

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