Pseudoknot

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A pseudoknot is a RNA secondary structure that is minimally composed of two helical segments connected by single-stranded regions or loops. The pseudoknot was first recognized in the turnip yellow mosaic virus in 1982.


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References

  • Pseudoknots: RNA Structures with Diverse Functions David W. Staple, Samuel E. Butch Plos Biology Volume 3 Issue 6 JUNE 2005 Online Article Open access publication
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