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genes guide
Welcome to the Genes Information website
Genes
Have you ever been told you have your dad’s eyes or your mom’s smile? It is true! You get your genetic make up from both of your parents, called genes. Genes contain the instructions that make up cells. They are composed of DNA, and carry chromosomes.
Human cells contain two sets of chromosomes, one set inherited from the mother and one from the father. Each set has 23 single chromosomes. Females inherit an X from each parent, while males get an X from the mother and a Y from the father. They are often referred to as the blueprint for each part of your development.
Each person has about 90,000 genes. Different genes are activated in different cells, creating the specific proteins that give a particular cell type its character. These genes all combine to create a unique person who has some characteristics of the biological parents, but who is their own person with their own genetic makeup.
As research continues, new biological evidence is found. A gene was once believed to be coding for protein only. It is now believed that genes produce RNA, ribonucleic acid. RNA is similar to DNA except that it can separate and leave the nucleus of a cell. This was discovered while conducting experiments with mammals.
Researchers have been working to uncover how genes are coded for centuries. Today, that process has lead to much controversy. While being able to read genes and change them can be beneficial in the medical world, such as to help eliminate birth defects, many think they should not be allowed to alter genes. They are afraid people will begin custom ordering the genetic makeup of their children including eye color, hair color, and intelligence.
While we know genes contain the coding for us genetically, there is still much unknown about them. This is an area that will continue to be researched, with new information leading us in different paths in the near future.
We hope you enjoy our genes website, and we wish you the best!
~ The Team
Here are some articles to start with...
GeneTherapy
By CY
Gene therapy is the process of correcting defective genes that cause diseases. This type of therapy is still in the early stages. No gene therapy products have been approved by the Food and Drug Read more...
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Gene Mutation
By CY
Gene mutation involves the changing of the DNA or RNA to alter the results of the genetic material. Such mutations often result from copying errors in the genetic material during cell division. Read more...
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Indian Team Finds A Brand New Way To Identify Genes
By Paul Douglas
They have just completed the largest study of protein-protein interactions in human cells that was ever conducted. They claim it helps to identify these new genes and disease targets.The Read more...
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2 de septiembre A Dios le importa tu trabajo. Segunda parte
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"DIOS QUIERE QUE SEAS HONRADO EN TODOS TUS NEGOCIOS" (Proverbios 16:11 Biblia en Lenguaje Sencillo)
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