RNA

Their study, published in Nature Communications, reveals that RNA, typically known for transmitting genetic messages, can be hijacked to build liquid-like "droplet hubs" inside the cell nucleus.

This binding inhibits gene transcription and the action of RNA polymerase or the binding of transcription factors.

Messenger RNA, or mRNA, is present in every cell and carries the instructions for making proteins.

It can capture both genomic variations and RNA within the same cell, offering greater accuracy and scalability than earlier technologies.

Using the microscopic worm Caenorhabditis elegans, Professor Spang's team showed that specific RNA molecules found in food can improve the worms' health in later life.