gene mapping
[/dʒiːn ˈmæpɪŋ/]
nounpl: gene mappings
mapeamento gênico
1. The process of determining the location and order of genes on a chromosome or DNA molecule
Gene mapping helped scientists identify the location of the gene responsible for cystic fibrosis.
O mapeamento gênico ajudou os cientistas a identificar a localização do gene responsável pela fibrose cística.
2. A technique used in genetics to create a physical or genetic map showing the positions of genes relative to each other
Researchers used gene mapping to construct a detailed map of the human genome.
Os pesquisadores utilizaram mapeamento gênico para construir um mapa detalhado do genoma humano.
3. The establishment of linkage relationships between genes based on recombination frequencies
Gene mapping through linkage analysis revealed the genetic distance between markers.
O mapeamento gênico através da análise de ligação revelou a distância genética entre os marcadores.
Gene mapping is a fundamental concept in molecular biology and genetics research. In Brazil, this term is extensively used in academic and research contexts, particularly in universities and research institutes like FIOCRUZ and USP. The discovery of gene mapping techniques revolutionized genetic research in both Brazil and the USA during the late 20th century, contributing significantly to personalized medicine and understanding hereditary diseases.
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