Dear Reader, at the outset, I thank you for buying, downloading/accessing the book and showing interest in reading its contents. I am introducing myself as Dr. Kiran Kumar H.B.PhD (Independent researcher affiliated to Nrupathunga University, the main author of the book, who, along with other co-authors, compiled the Book on RE-DNA and its role in diverse aspects of Biology. The Book is the outcome of my updates and keeping abreast of various developments in Repetitive DNA (RE) over the last 25 years. Scan, review of research papers few discussions (formal and informal) and initial drafts ultimately took shape over 2 to 3 months as the Book. Starting from my initial tryst with “Junk DNA” to analyse genomes of domesticated and wild silkworms as an MSc Project. Subsequent to this I used several DNA investigation methods as part of my PhD and PDF (NIMHANS, CANADA) in Human Genetics, of which repetitive DNA were a major part (Linkage mapping, screening of Neurological diseases, Ataxia, Schizophrenia, Autism). Since, 2 years, I have used in silico tools with respect to RE and contributed to several research papers in Biology in varied lines of enquiry, such as protein evolution, DNA-drug interaction, promoter dynamics, to name a few. As someone who is following the developments in genomics, including mega global projects Encode, 1000 Genomes, Denosovian mapping, along with big data and allied overlapping topics of relevance to the field, it was natural to compile diverse literature into a Book to give the reader a flavour of the role of RE in biology.
Since the co-authors are from diverse areas of interest and expertise, viz., Zoology, Microbiology, Plant Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology and a few in the company, we were able to gather literature on contemporary and relevant topics of interest to the science community. Coupled to the above motive, a desire to serve the temples of knowledge (University, Colleges) is also tagged as described in Indian spiritual literature. A logical progression ensued and took shape as the present Book. The efforts were aided by the almighty and the blessings of the Gurus.
The Book is a resource for college and university students and professors. It is a quick brief and update to researchers in the area of Repetitive DNA, also researchers in the Plant, animal and microbial fields who are presently using RE and associated methods in their investigations. Since a few sections may appear a bit detail to ordinary readers, like College and university students.I am sure a bit of extra patient reading will give them an overview of the emerging and existing areas of Biology. Time and sincere efforts have been invested to create a few illustrative models to highlight the themes of the chapters. These can be used for teaching purposes.
I place on record the authors and kind-hearted individuals to voluntarily contributed towards publication. A word of thanks to the hospitality and resources of my present homeowner for a calm and hygienic environment to enable the final product. I would also like to thank all affiliated faculty of the centres associated with the discussion and suggestions.
Obescience to the almighty bhagavan for the initiation, keeping me motivated from start to end and eventual publications. The blessings of Gurus of sringeri peetam have showered its grace to re-structure resalign and present it a better format. I wouldn’t have completed it amidst multiple intermissions.
Thank the blessings of my ancesters and late parents, relatives and well-wishers.
No individual is perfect or book complete; hence I encourage readers to send positive feedbacks which will help me better in my future efforts
Edited by
Kiran Kumar Halagur Bhoge Gowda
Affiliated to Nrupathunga University, India.
ISBN 978-81-991027-6-7 (Print)
ISBN 978-81-991027-2-9 (eBook)
DOI: https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mono/978-81-991027-6-7
Dear Reader, at the outset, I thank you for buying, downloading/accessing the book and showing interest in reading its contents. I am introducing myself as Dr. Kiran Kumar H.B.PhD (Independent researcher affiliated to Nrupathunga University, the main author of the book, who, along with other co-authors, compiled the Book on RE-DNA and its role in diverse aspects of Biology. The Book is the outcome of my updates and keeping abreast of various developments in Repetitive DNA (RE) over the last 25 years. Scan, review of research papers few discussions (formal and informal) and initial drafts ultimately took shape over 2 to 3 months as the Book. Starting from my initial tryst with “Junk DNA” to analyse genomes of domesticated and wild silkworms as an MSc Project. Subsequent to this I used several DNA investigation methods as part of my PhD and PDF (NIMHANS, CANADA) in Human Genetics, of which repetitive DNA were a major part (Linkage mapping, screening of Neurological diseases, Ataxia, Schizophrenia, Autism). Since, 2 years, I have used in silico tools with respect to RE and contributed to several research papers in Biology in varied lines of enquiry, such as protein evolution, DNA-drug interaction, promoter dynamics, to name a few. As someone who is following the developments in genomics, including mega global projects Encode, 1000 Genomes, Denosovian mapping, along with big data and allied overlapping topics of relevance to the field, it was natural to compile diverse literature into a Book to give the reader a flavour of the role of RE in biology.
Since the co-authors are from diverse areas of interest and expertise, viz., Zoology, Microbiology, Plant Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology and a few in the company, we were able to gather literature on contemporary and relevant topics of interest to the science community. Coupled to the above motive, a desire to serve the temples of knowledge (University, Colleges) is also tagged as described in Indian spiritual literature. A logical progression ensued and took shape as the present Book. The efforts were aided by the almighty and the blessings of the Gurus.
The Book is a resource for college and university students and professors. It is a quick brief and update to researchers in the area of Repetitive DNA, also researchers in the Plant, animal and microbial fields who are presently using RE and associated methods in their investigations. Since a few sections may appear a bit detail to ordinary readers, like College and university students.I am sure a bit of extra patient reading will give them an overview of the emerging and existing areas of Biology. Time and sincere efforts have been invested to create a few illustrative models to highlight the themes of the chapters. These can be used for teaching purposes.
I place on record the authors and kind-hearted individuals to voluntarily contributed towards publication. A word of thanks to the hospitality and resources of my present homeowner for a calm and hygienic environment to enable the final product. I would also like to thank all affiliated faculty of the centres associated with the discussion and suggestions.
Obescience to the almighty bhagavan for the initiation, keeping me motivated from start to end and eventual publications. The blessings of Gurus of sringeri peetam have showered its grace to re-structure resalign and present it a better format. I wouldn’t have completed it amidst multiple intermissions.
Thank the blessings of my ancesters and late parents, relatives and well-wishers.
No individual is perfect or book complete; hence I encourage readers to send positive feedbacks which will help me better in my future efforts.