Abstract
Proteins that mimic DNA present a surface that is similar in shape and chemical character to the DNA double helix. These DNA mimics bind to DNA-binding proteins, taking the place of DNA. Natural DNA mimics play roles in genetic regulation and defense.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 427-430 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Journal of Molecular Recognition |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Nov 2005 |
| Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Structural Biology
- Molecular Biology
Keywords
- DNA mimicry
- DNA-binding proteins
- TATA-binding protein