february 11th, 2026 by Genome Biology Dept
Noncoding DNA can generate microproteins, some of which evolve into new genes. We show that de novo genes preferentially originate from GC-rich, foldable sequences, revealing how base composition channels the birth of new proteins.
Nature Communications
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