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Gene

Gene is a conceptual unit of heredity that carries a specific genetic information. The genetic information of a gene is encoded by DNA or RNA sequences (Oct 05, 2020).


Genetics

Aug 12, 2022

Geneics is a branch of biology about heredity and variation.

Modern genetics comprises two key aspects: classic genetics based on the Mendel’s theory and molecular biology rooted in DNA sequencing technology. Advances in DNA sequencing, genome editing, and bioinformatics since around 2010 have expanded the field of genetics.


Gluconeogenesis

Gluconeogenesis is the synthesis of glucose from noncarbohydrate sources. This process typically takes place in the liver and kidney under starvation. The noncarbohydrate source includes lactate, glucogenic amino acids, glycerol, and propionate (Mar 21, 2021).