[Structure and function of the genes controlling DNA repair in yeast]

Recent data on cloning and sequencing of RAD genes controlling DNA repair in yeast are reviewed. The structure of regulatory regions and molecular features of the RAD genes' protein products have been considered. Special attention was paid to the regulation of expression of RAD genes and their functions, differing from those for DNA repair. Examples of homology between yeast RAD genes and their counterparts in bacteria and higher eukaryotes are discussed.