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    GlossaryEpigenome

    chemical modifications to DNA and histones regulating gene expression

    The epigenome consists of chemical modifications to DNA and histone proteins that regulate gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence. These modifications can be influenced by environmental factors and can affect how genes are turned on or off, playing a crucial role in development, disease, and even conditions like alopecia.

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