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Epigenetic flexibility in metabolic regulation: disease cause and prevention?
Trends in cell biology - 1 May 2013
Kirchner Henriette, Osler Megan E, Krook Anna, Zierath Juleen R
Abstract excerpt
Metabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), are increasing worldwide at an alarming rate. Epigenetic DNA modifications such as DNA methylation and histone modifications are thought to play an important role in the development of and predisposition to metabolic diseases. This review highlights the key functions of DNA methylation and histone modifications and elucidates the underlying mechanisms...
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