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Evolving sensitivity.

Hao Song·Lingchong You
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Engineering gene circuits with novel functions holds promise for broad applications in biology, engineering, and medicine. Directed evolution complements rational design as an important strategy for optimizing gene circuits and circuit elements.

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Hao Song, Lingchong You. 2006-12-20. Evolving sensitivity.. https://doi.org/10.1021/cb6004596

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