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Chromatin

Molecular classification: Complex (DNA + protein), Histone modification

Overview

Chromatin is a complex of DNA and proteins, primarily histones, found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. Its main function is to package the long DNA molecules into more compact, dense structures that fit within the cell nucleus and prevent tangling. Chromatin also plays critical roles in gene regulation, DNA replication, repair, and cell division. Its structure is dynamic and regulated by ATP-dependent remodeling complexes and post-translational modifications. Targeting chromatin represents a therapeutic strategy for modulating gene expression in various diseases.

Mechanism of action

Modulation of chromatin structure to alter gene expression

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DNA packagingGene regulationDNA replicationDNA repairChromosome segregation

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CancerOther ( implicated in various diseases due to its role in gene regulation and genome stability)

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Off-target effects due to widespread impact on gene expressionPotential for unintended consequences on cell development and differentiation

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