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    Glossary Promoter Region

    specific DNA sequence where RNA polymerase binds to initiate transcription

    The promoter region is a specific sequence of DNA located near the start of a gene that acts as a binding site for RNA polymerase and other transcription factors. This region essentially "promotes" the initiation of transcription, the process by which the genetic code from DNA is copied into messenger RNA (mRNA). Understanding promoter regions is crucial in fields like genetics and molecular biology, as they play a key role in regulating gene expression.

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    1. Association between DNA Methylation in the Core Promoter Region of the CUT-like Homeobox 1 (CUX1) Gene and Lambskin Pattern in Hu Sheep Genes · 2023 · 1 citations
    2. Functional mapping of the mouse <i>hairless</i> gene promoter region bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory) · 2018
    3. Characterization of the Promoter Regions of Two Sheep Keratin-Associated Protein Genes for Hair Cortex-Specific Expression PloS one · 2016 · 14 citations
    4. The promoter of an androgen dependent gene in the hamster flank organ Journal of Dermatological Science · 1997 · 6 citations
    5. Regulation of Keratin Gene Expression in Hair Follicle Differentiation<sup>a</sup> Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences · 1991 · 98 citations
    6. Intermediate filaments: regulation of gene expression and assembly European journal of biochemistry · 1993 · 50 citations
    7. Reshaped DNA methylation cooperating with homoeolog‐divergent expression promotes improved root traits in synthesized tetraploid wheat New phytologist · 2024
    8. STAT3 Inhibits Cell Proliferation at Least in Part Via Directly Negatively Regulating FST Gene Expression Research Square (Research Square) · 2021
    9. The use of polyethylenimine–DNA to topically deliver hTERT to promote hair growth Gene Therapy · 2011 · 17 citations
    10. Exploiting the Keratin 17 Gene Promoter To Visualize Live Cells in Epithelial Appendages of Mice Molecular and Cellular Biology · 2005 · 58 citations
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