Groundbreaking Discovery in Gene Expression Modulation Using Small Molecules

Researchers at IIT and EMBL have made a groundbreaking discovery in gene expression modulation using small molecules, with implications for treating tumors and genetic diseases. The study, published in Nature Communications, reveals insights into how small molecules influence the splicing process, crucial for gene expression. By combining biochemistry, biophysics, and structural biology, the research team gained a detailed understanding of molecular mechanisms at play, paving the way for the development of new drugs targeting genetic mutations.