Lecture 31 Non-Coding RNAs

What are the dates for Exam III in MCB 150?

April 17-20

How many students still need to reserve a time slot for Exam III?

Approximately 50 students

How many questions will be on Exam III and how many points is each question worth?

35 questions, 4 points per question

What is the structure of Exam III compared to Exams 1 and 2?

It will be structured the same as Exams 1 and 2.

What is the due date for Wednesday's post-lecture assignment?

Thursday at 1:00 PM

What is RNA interference?

A biological process where non-coding RNAs guide and block gene expression.

What are the modes of function for miRNA in RNA interference?

Guide and Blocker.

What is the function of tracrRNA in the Expression Phase?

Scaffold.

What is the function of crRNA in the Interference Phase?

Guide.

Why does crRNA/tracrRNA/Cas9 not degrade the host CRISPR gene?

The notes do not provide a specific answer to this question.