epigenomic data

Epigenomic data refers to information about chemical modifications that influence how genes are turned on or off without changing the underlying DNA sequence. These modifications include processes like DNA methylation and histone modification, which affect gene activity and expression. Studying epigenomics helps researchers understand how environmental factors, lifestyle, and development impact gene regulation and contribute to health, diseases, and traits. Essentially, epigenomic data provides a detailed map of the regulatory layers that control the functioning of our genes beyond the genetic code itself.