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Gene Expression

Seminal Early Discoveries in Molecular Genetics
The Genetic Code
RNA Synthesis and Processing - Transcription
RNA Polymerase
Regulation of Gene Expression
The Bacterial Operon
The Eukaryotic Genome
DNA packaging in eukaryotic chromosomes
Eukaryotic Genome Organization
Control of Gene Expression in Eukaryotes
Transcriptional Control
The Promoter Region
General Transcription Factors
Specific Transcription Factors
Chromatin Remodeling
DNA Methylation
Post-Transcriptional mRNA Processing
Protein Synthesis - Translation
The Ribosome
Transfer RNA
Post-translational Protein Modification
Protein Targeting
The Medical Biochemistry Page - RNA Synthesis

Excellent coverage of the mechanics of transcription.

Biology LibreTexts - Transcription: RNA polymerases

This is not memory work. If you think of it as an MCAT passage level discussion of one of the fundamental processes of molecular biology it will be a good use of your time.

Topic Resources

Interdisciplinary MCAT Course Videos

Crossword Puzzle - Gene Expression I
Answer Key
Crossword Puzzle - Gene Expression II
Answer Key
Conceptual Vocabulary
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