FANCD2-FANCI protein complex visualised sliding along a single molecule of DNA (VIDEO)

Medical Research Council (MRC) Laboratory of Medical Sciences

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A single molecule of DNA (not directly visible) is captured using microscopic beads (the large circles). Each of the red, green or yellow dots moving between the beads represent a FANCD2I-FANCI protein complex sliding along the DNA molecule, monitoring it for damage.

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MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences

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