This animation shows how the protein MECP2, in conjuction with another protein complex, can act as an on-off switch for gene expression. MECP2 binds to methyl receptor. It is crucial for normal function of neurons.
Channels: Scientific Animations Genetics Neuroscience-Neurobiology
Tags: MECP2 geneexpression chromosome neurology RettSyndrome
Uploaded by: benchwork ( Send Message ) on 05-08-2007.
Duration: 0m 43s