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Epigenetic Expression Editing

Meaning

Epigenetic Expression Editing is the targeted, non-mutational modification of gene activity that changes how the genetic code is read without altering the underlying DNA sequence. This process involves manipulating the epigenome, the system of chemical tags and structural proteins that regulate gene accessibility, to selectively turn specific genes “on” or “off.” In a health context, editing the epigenetic expression aims to silence disease-promoting genes or reactivate protective genes that have been improperly shut down due to age or environmental factors. This molecular precision holds significant therapeutic promise for correcting age-related functional decline and chronic disease states.