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epigene
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ep·i·gene  (p-jn)
adj.
Formed, originating, or occurring on or just below the surface of the earth.

[French épigène, from Greek epigens, growing after : epi-, epi- + -gens, -born; see gen- in Indo-European roots.]

epigene [ˈɛpɪˌdʒiːn]
adj
(Earth Sciences / Geological Science) formed or taking place at or near the surface of the earth Compare hypogene
[from French épigène, ultimately from Greek epigignesthai to be born after, from gignesthai to be born]


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For example, whether a gene or combination of genes and epigenes for mathematical proficiency, if there is such a thing, would correlate with a relatively high lifetime income will depend upon the value placed on such a skill by the economy in which that individual happens to live.
Sette also presented data demonstrating that hepatitis C and HIV EpiGenes are capable of eliciting potent cellular immunity in transgenic mice, which have been genetically modified to express HLA class I and II molecules.
 
 
 
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