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Rushikesh M Khadake1, Vaani Arora1, Payal Gupta1
1Laboratory of Synthetic Biology, Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), 3rd Milestone, Faridabad-Gurgaon Expressway, Faridabad Rd, Faridabad (NCR Delhi), Haryana, 121001.
Abstract:
RNA switches regulated by specific inducer molecules have become a powerful synthetic biology tool for precise gene regulation in mammalian systems. The engineered RNA switches can be integrated with natural RNA-mediated gene regulatory functions as a modular and customizable approach to probe and control cellular behavior. RNA switches have been used to advance synthetic biology applications, including gene therapy, bio-production, and cellular reprogramming. This review explores recent progress in the design and functional implementation of synthetic riboswitches in mammalian cells based on diverse RNA regulation mechanisms by highlighting recent studies and emerging technologies. We also discuss challenges such as off-target effects, system stability, and ligand delivery in complex biological environments. In conclusion, this review emphasizes the potential of synthetic riboswitches as a platform for customizable gene regulation in diverse biomedical applications.
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