Anatomy & Physiology: Current Research
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0940
ISSN: 2161-0940
Min Jae Park
Epigenetics has emerged as one of the most influential areas of modern biomedical research, fundamentally changing our understanding of how genes interact with the environment to regulate human physiology. While the genetic code provides the blueprint for biological function, epigenetic mechanisms determine how, when and to what extent genes are expressed throughout an individual's lifetime. One of the most compelling aspects of epigenetics is its ability to bridge the gap between inherited genetic information and external environmental factors. Mechanisms such as DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) methylation, histone modification, chromatin remodeling and non coding RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) regulation influence gene activity without altering the underlying DNA sequence.
Published Date: 2025-02-03; Received Date: 2025-01-03