This web page was produced as an assignment for Genetics 564, an undergraduate course at UW‐Madison.
Gene expression
Although every single cell in an organism has the same genetic materials (except those with chimeric or mosaic genetic make-up), what parts are transcribed into RNA and translated into proteins depend on a few interacting factors, such as cell or tissue type, developmental stage, disease conditions, medications, diet, lifestyle and environmental stimuli. By studying the changes in gene expression, we can study the specific link between the genotype and phenotype of interest. [1]
Reference:
- Measuring Gene Expression. Genetic Science Learning Center. Retrieved April 24, 2014.