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What does homeobox mean?

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Noun
  1. (genetics) A short sequence of DNA that is shared by several genes involved in the morphogenesis of many organisms.
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With the homeobox gene Smed-prep, we have characterised the first gene necessary for correct anterior fate and patterning during regeneration.
Chromosomal translocation t results in synthesis of a homeobox fusion mRNA that codes for a potential chimeric transcription factor.
We all learned about homeobox genes in our developmentary biology and molecular genetics classes.
Chicken NKx2-8, a novel homeobox gene expressed during early heart and foregut development.
The NKX2-5 is a NK-2 homeobox containing transcription factor which is required for heart development.
Although researchers know that alcohol can affect the expression of some genes, it is uncertain whether these include homeobox genes.

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