🧬 Welcome to FinderoScope
DNA Palindrome Finder Tool
Start Analyzing DNA Sequences🔍What are DNA Palindromes?
DNA palindromes are sequences that read the same on both strands when read in the 5' to 3' direction. They play crucial roles in molecular biology and genetics.
Example: Classic EcoRI Recognition Site
5'-GAATTC-3'
3'-CTTAAG-5'
3'-CTTAAG-5'
The complementary strands form a palindromic sequence because:
- G pairs with C
- A pairs with T
- The sequence reads identically on both strands (5' to 3')
📊Types of Palindromes
1. Perfect Palindromes:
AAGCTT
HindIII restriction site
2. Spacer-Separated Palindromes:
GAATTCAAAGAATTC
Palindromes with spacer region
Our tool detects both types with customizable parameters for minimum length and maximum spacer regions.
🧪Biological Significance
DNA palindromes are essential in molecular biology for:
- Restriction Enzymes: Cut DNA at specific palindromic sequences
- Transcription Factors: Bind to palindromic promoter regions
- DNA Repair: Recognition sequences for repair mechanisms
- Replication Origins: Initiation sites often contain palindromes
- Regulatory Elements: Control gene expression patterns
Why Choose FinderoScope?
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Fast & Efficient
Advanced algorithms for rapid palindrome detection in large DNA sequences
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Multiple Input Formats
Support for FASTA files and manual sequence input with flexible formatting
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Customizable Parameters
Adjust minimum palindrome length and maximum spacer regions for precise analysis