# Epigenetics and DNA Methylation

**Type:** Topics  
**Canonical URL:** https://scholariq.org/topics/epigenetics-and-dna-methylation-2/

## Facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Citations | 3,991,522 |
| Description | This cluster of papers explores the diverse mechanisms and functional implications of epigenetic modifications, including DNA methylation, histone modification, and chromatin remodeling. It delves into the role of these modifications in various biological processes such as cancer development, transgenerational inheritance, and environmental responses. Additionally, it discusses the potential applications of epigenetic therapy. |
| Domain | Life Sciences |
| Field | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology |
| OpenAlex ID | https://openalex.org/T10269 |
| Works | 136,341 |

## Topic researchers

Showing 12 of 20.

- [Eric S. Lander](https://scholariq.org/researchers/eric-s-lander/)
- [Rob Knight](https://scholariq.org/researchers/rob-knight/)
- [George Davey Smith](https://scholariq.org/researchers/george-davey-smith/)
- [Walter C. Willett](https://scholariq.org/researchers/walter-c-willett/)
- [Richard Durbin](https://scholariq.org/researchers/richard-durbin/)
- [Mark J. Daly](https://scholariq.org/researchers/mark-j-daly/)
- [Stacey Gabriel](https://scholariq.org/researchers/stacey-gabriel/)
- [Peer Bork](https://scholariq.org/researchers/peer-bork/)
- [Richard M. Ryan](https://scholariq.org/researchers/richard-m-ryan/)
- [Guido Kroemer](https://scholariq.org/researchers/guido-kroemer/)
- [Bert Vogelstein](https://scholariq.org/researchers/bert-vogelstein/)
- [Gad Getz](https://scholariq.org/researchers/gad-getz/)

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