کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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1952342 | 1057204 | 2012 | 7 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
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The RNA-world-theory is one possible explanation of how life on earth has evolved. In this context it is of high interest to search for molecular systems, capable of self-organization into structures with increasing complexity. We have engineered a simple catalytic system in which two short RNA molecules can catalyze their own ligation to form a larger RNA construct. The system is based on the hairpin ribozyme using a 2′,3′-cyclophosphate as activated species for ligation. 2′,3′-cyclic phosphates can be easily formed and occur in many natural systems, thus being superior candidates for activated building blocks in RNA world scenarios.
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► We demonstrate self-organisation of oligoribonucleotides to a catalytic entity.
► Two short RNA fragments catalyse their own ligation to a larger RNA.
► The investigated RNA ensemble has potential for self-replication.
Journal: Biochimie - Volume 94, Issue 7, July 2012, Pages 1457–1463