Spatiotemporal positioning of multipotent modules in diverse biological networks |
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Authors: | Yinying Chen Zhong Wang Yongyan Wang |
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Institution: | 1. Institute of Basic Research in Clinical Medicine, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Dongzhimen, Beijing, 100700, China 2. Guang’anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100053, China
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Abstract: | A biological network exhibits a modular organization. The modular structure dependent on functional module is of great significance in understanding the organization and dynamics of network functions. A huge variety of module identification methods as well as approaches to analyze modularity and dynamics of the inter- and intra-module interactions have emerged recently, but they are facing unexpected challenges in further practical applications. Here, we discuss recent progress in understanding how such a modular network can be deconstructed spatiotemporally. We focus particularly on elucidating how various deciphering mechanisms operate to ensure precise module identification and assembly. In this case, a system-level understanding of the entire mechanism of module construction is within reach, with important implications for reasonable perspectives in both constructing a modular analysis framework and deconstructing different modular hierarchical structures. |
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