Genomic DNA methylation: the mark and its mediators

Robert J Klose, Adrian P Bird

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Abstract / Description of output

Methylation of DNA at position five of the cytosine ring occurs at most CpG dinucleotides in the mammalian genome and is essential for embryonic viability. With several of the key proteins now known, it has become possible to approach the biological significance of this epigenetic system through both biochemistry and genetics. As a result, advances have been made in our understanding of the mechanisms by which DNA methylation is targeted to specific regions of the genome and interpreted by methyl-CpG-binding proteins. Recent studies have illuminated the role of DNA methylation in controlling gene expression and have strengthened its links with histone modification and chromatin remodelling.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)89-97
Number of pages9
JournalTrends in biochemical sciences
Volume31
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2006

Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)

  • Animals
  • CpG Islands
  • DNA (Cytosine-5-)-Methyltransferase
  • DNA Methylation
  • DNA-Binding Proteins
  • Epigenesis, Genetic
  • Gene Expression Regulation
  • Gene Silencing
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Neoplasms
  • Methyl-CpG-Binding Protein 2
  • Rett Syndrome
  • Transcription Factors
  • Transcription, Genetic

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