Beyond the Code: How 3' UTR Diversity Shapes Cell Fate and Disease

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The 3' untranslated region (3'UTR) of messenger RNA (mRNA) plays a crucial role in cellular control, influencing how cells determine which mRNA variants to produce. This diversity affects protein translation efficiency and is linked to vital cellular functions such as proliferation and differentiation. Abnormalities in 3'UTR processing may also contribute to diseases like cancer. Exploring these mechanisms could lead to new treatment strategies and a deeper understanding of developmental processes.