Long-read sequencing reveals transposable element-derived chimeric transcripts at zygotic genome activation in mammalian embryos
Saki Kawakami, K. Kitao, Shuntaro Ikeda, Shinnosuke Honda
This study uses long-read sequencing to identify chimeric transcripts from transposable elements in mouse and bovine embryos during zygotic genome activation, revealing species-specific patterns.
bioRxiv · May 28, 2026 · PreprintDevelopmental Biology