Short interspersed nuclear element
= Short interspersed nuclear element
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Short interspersed nuclear elements (SINEs) are a class of non-coding repetitive DNA sequences found in the genomes of many eukaryotic organisms, including humans. They are a type of transposable element, meaning they can move within the genome, and they are characterized by their relatively short length, typically ranging from about 100 to 300 base pairs.