Unraveling Gene Regulation: The MicroRNA Breakthrough

This chapter discusses the 2024 Nobel Prize winners in Physiology or Medicine, recognized for their pioneering research into microRNA and gene regulation. It traces the history of this discovery, particularly through studies on C. elegans, and examines the implications for genetics and developmental biology. Additionally, the chapter highlights advancements in protein structure prediction via AI technologies like AlphaFold 2 and discusses the transformative potential of these research breakthroughs in medicine and technology.