Functions of long noncoding RNAs in the nucleus. (25th April 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Yu, Bin; Shan, Ge
• Is Part Of: Nucleus. Volume 7:Number 2(2016)
• Page Start: 155
• Page End: 166
• Publication Date: 2016-04-25
• Subjects: EIciRNA -- long noncoding RNA -- nuclear -- satellite RNA -- transcription; Cell nuclei -- Periodicals; Biology -- Periodicals; Biology; Cell nuclei; Periodicals; 571.6605
• DOI: 10.1080/19491034.2016.1179408
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1949-1034

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Nucleus is the residence and place of work for a plethora of long noncoding RNAs. Here, we provide a summary of the functions and functional mechanisms of several relatively well studied examples of nuclear long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) in the nucleus, such as Xist, NEAT1, MALAT1 and TERRA. The recently identified novel EIciRNA is also highlighted. These nuclear lncRNAs play a variety of roles with diverse molecular mechanisms in animal cells. We also discuss insights and concerns about current and future studies of nuclear lnc RNAs.