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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

epigenomics

/ˌɛpɪˈdʒɛnɒmɪks/ noun · British & US
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What does epigenomics mean?

noun

The study of heritable changes in gene function that occur without a change in the underlying DNA sequence. These changes can affect how genes are expressed and regulated.

Example

"The researchers used epigenomics to understand how environmental factors influence gene expression in the developing fetus."

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