HP1a and piRNA Biogenesis (IMAGE)

Osaka University

HP1a and piRNA Biogenesis

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HP1a functions predominantly to support piRNA biogenesis. HP1a represses splicing of piRNA precursor transcripts for successful processing into mature piRNAs.

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Osaka University

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