spliceosome assembly

Spliceosome assembly is the process by which cells prepare to edit RNA molecules. It involves a group of proteins and RNA parts called small nuclear ribonucleoproteins (snRNPs) that come together to form a complex. This complex recognizes specific regions in the RNA, called introns and exons, and precisely removes the introns while joining the exons. The assembly proceeds in steps, with snRNPs binding sequentially, creating a dynamic machine that ensures accurate RNA splicing. This process is essential for producing functional proteins from genetic instructions.