Unraveling noncoding DNA variants and epimutations: a paradigm shift in hereditary cancer research
Maria Baz Ibrahim1, James Flanagan2, Tony Ibrahim3
1Department of Oncogenetics & Tumor Biology, Paul Brousse Hospital, Villejuif, France.
Abstract:
Exhaustive efforts have been dedicated to uncovering genomic aberrations linked to cancer susceptibility. Noncoding sequence variants and epigenetic alterations significantly influence gene regulation and could contribute to cancer development. However, exploring noncoding regions in hereditary cancer susceptibility demands cutting-edge methodologies for functionally characterizing genomic discoveries. Additionally, comprehending the impact on cancer development of variants in noncoding DNA and the epigenome necessitates integrating diverse data through bioinformatic analyses. As novel technologies and analytical methods continue to advance, this realm of research is rapidly gaining traction. Within this mini-review, we delve into future research domains concerning aberrations in noncoding DNA regions, such as pseudoexons, promoter variants and cis-epimutations.
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