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REPORTER FOR TESTING WNV GRNA TARGET SITES
It’s a luciferase reporter gene with three 23-base-long sequences that can be targeted by endonuclease enzymes such as RNAi or Cas13. The reporter can be analyzed either through microscopic observation, as it is fused with an unstable EGFP, or through a luciferase assay to evaluate the interaction between the endonuclease and the target sites.
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This composite part consists of two distinct reporter systems designed for effective monitoring of gene activity. Upstream is an unstable eGFP reporter, which is ideal for live-cell imaging, allowing researchers to visualize cellular processes in real time. Downstream, there is a luciferase gene fused with degradation sites to enhance the responsiveness of the signal.
The luciferase component features three target sites, each 23 nucleotides in length, that are found within the WNV genome. Two of these target sites are located upstream of a flexible joint, while the third is situated just upstream of the poly(A) signal. These sequences have been selected using an algorithmic approach, identifying them as optimal targets for the effector molecule CasRx.
One of the advantages of this composite design is the flexibility it offers researchers: they can easily swap out these target sequences for any sequences they wish to target using RNAi or Cas13. The unstable nature of both reporters ensures that the reporter signal will cease almost immediately after cleavage occurs, providing a rapid and clear indication of gene activity.
By employing two reporters, this system enables dual-method validation. Researchers can assess gene expression in real time using live-cell imaging under a microscope, while also conducting quantitative measurements in a luciferase assay post-cleavage. This combination of methodologies enhances the robustness of experimental results, allowing for comprehensive analysis of gene regulation and interference efficiency.
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