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    • Genomics
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    • High-throughput sequencing has rapidly identified numerous non-coding RNAs, RNA modifications, and protein-RNA interactions.
    • The functional significance of these newly discovered RNA elements remains largely unknown.
    • Investigating RNA function is crucial for understanding cellular processes.

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    • To gather expert perspectives on the challenges and strategies for determining RNA functions.
    • To highlight current research directions in RNA biology.
    • To provide insights into the functional investigation of non-coding RNAs, RNA modifications, and protein-RNA interactions.

    Main Methods:

    • Interviews with leading researchers in the field of RNA biology.
    • Discussion of current methodologies and future directions in RNA functional studies.
    • Synthesis of expert opinions on RNA research challenges.

    Main Results:

    • Multiple research groups are actively investigating RNA functions using diverse approaches.
    • Key challenges include the complexity of RNA regulation and the need for innovative functional assays.
    • The field is moving towards a deeper understanding of RNA's role in cellular mechanisms.

    Conclusions:

    • Determining RNA functions is a critical and ongoing challenge in modern biology.
    • Continued development of sequencing and functional analysis techniques is essential.
    • Interdisciplinary collaboration is vital for advancing RNA biology research.