Comparative analysis of Argonaute-dependent small RNA pathways in Drosophila
by Hotta, Ikuko, Ph.D., STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT STONY BROOK, 2009, 124 pages; 3399745

Abstract:

The specificity of RNAi pathways is determined by several classes of small RNAs, which include siRNAs, piRNAs, endo-siRNAs, and microRNAs (miRNAs). These small RNAs are invariably incorporated into large Argonaute (Ago)-containing effector complexes known as RNA-induced silencing complexes (RISCs), which they guide to silencing targets. Both genetic and biochemical strategies have yielded conserved molecular components of small RNA biogenesis and effector machineries. However, given the complexity of these pathways, there are likely to be additional components and regulators that remain to be uncovered. I have undertaken a comparative and comprehensive RNAi screen to identify genes that impact three major Ago-dependent small RNA pathways that operate in Drosophila S2 cells. I identify subsets of candidates that act positively or negatively in siRNA, endo-siRNA, and miRNA pathways. These studies indicate that many components are shared among all three Argonaute-dependent silencing pathways, though each is also impacted by discrete sets of genes.

 
AdviserGreg Hannon
SchoolSTATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT STONY BROOK
SourceDAI/B 71-03, p. , May 2010
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsMolecular biology
Publication Number3399745
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