RNAi in the model system Drosophila [electronic resource] / Richard Carthew.
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FilmSeries: Henry Stewart talksBiomedical & life sciences collection. RNA interference : principles and applications: Publisher: London : Henry Stewart Talks, 2007Description: 1 online resource (1 streaming video file (27 min.) : color, sound)Other title: RNA interference in the model system DrosophilaSubject(s): RNA InterferenceOnline resources: Click here to access online | Series Animated audio-visual presentation with synchronized narration.
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Contents: Understanding how RNAi works -- The fruitfly, Drosophila melanogaster model -- The three reasons for the success of the model -- RNAi mechanism in Drosophila and humans is similar -- Rich history of genetics in Drosophila -- Robust chemistry of the Drosophila system -- Fusion of genetics and biochemistry -- Discovery of RISC -- Discovery of Dicer -- Discovery of Ago2 -- New features of RNAi biochemistry -- Greater understanding of how double-helix RNA is used to silence genes -- Development of RNAi for disease research and treatment.
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