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DNA demethylation affects imprinted gene expression in maize endosperm.
Genome biology - 9 Mar 2022
Xu Qiang, Wu Leiming, Luo Zhixiang, Zhang Mei, Lai Jinsheng, Li Lin, Springer Nathan M, Li Qing
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: DNA demethylation occurs in many species and is involved in diverse biological processes. However, the occurrence and role of DNA demethylation in maize remain unknown. RESULTS: We analyze loss-of-function mutants of two major genes encoding DNA demethylases. No significant change in DNA methylation has been detected in these mutants. However, we detect increased DNA methylation levels in the mutants...
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