589-Environment Shape the Human Immune Cell Epigenome
This research explores the complex interaction between genetics and environmental exposures by analyzing DNA methylation patterns in various human immune cells. Scientists examined how external factors, such as viral infections like COVID-19, bacterial encounters, and chemical exposures, trigger specific epigenetic modifications that alter gene expression. By using advanced single-cell sequencing technologies, the study identified unique cellular clusters and regulatory markers that distinguish healthy individuals from those affected by disease or toxins. The findings highlight that while…
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