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[Kink dynamics in inhomogeneous DNA]

L V Iakushevich, L A Krasnobaeva

    Biofizika
    |May 21, 2008
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study introduces a mathematical model to analyze DNA kinks, providing formulas to predict their dynamics based on DNA sequence. These findings offer insights into DNA behavior in specific genomic regions.

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