Advancements in Genetic Engineering
Open Access
ISSN: 2169-0111
ISSN: 2169-0111
Reverse transcription, a captivating process in molecular biology, involves the conversion of Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) into Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA), contrary to the central dogma of molecular biology, which states that genetic information flows from DNA to RNA to protein. This remarkable mechanism is employed by retroviruses and retrotransposons and has profound implications for various biological processes, including viral replication, genetic diversity, and gene expression regulation. In this article, we explore the intricacies of reverse transcription, its significance in nature, and its applications in research and biotechnology
Published Date: 2024-02-01; Received Date: 2024-01-02