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Epigenetic Signaling Patterns

Meaning

The heritable, yet reversible, modifications to DNA and associated proteins that regulate gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence itself. These patterns encompass DNA methylation, histone modification, and non-coding RNA mechanisms, acting as a crucial interface between environmental factors and the genome. Analyzing these patterns provides insight into how lifestyle, nutrition, and hormonal milieu influence long-term cellular function and disease risk.