How brain cells repair their DNA reveals " hot spots " of aging and disease

(Salk Institute) Neurons lack the ability to replicate their DNA, so they're constantly working to repair damage to their genome. A new study by Salk scientists finds that these repairs are not random, but instead focus on protecting certain genetic " hot spots " that appear to play a critical role in neural identity and function. The findings published in the April 2, 2021, issue of Science.
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