activation
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Following the activation of the Wide Field Instrument in September, engineers began a comprehensive testing campaign to confirm that each component worked properly on its own and as part of the complete system.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
"Smart glasses should make their recording obvious -- for instance with bright LED lights, audio signals or voice activation cues, privacy-friendly smartphone notifications, or unique designs," Talus said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026
According to the review, mast cell degranulation differs substantially between normal and diabetic wounds, and excessive activation may help maintain chronic inflammation.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 10, 2026
“Our review of Common Sense Media’s methodology shows that the bulk of their testing may have begun and concluded before activation of parental controls was complete, making their findings inaccurate,” the spokesperson said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
Just one enzyme misfiring, just one wrong protein activation, and you could have cancer.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
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Just Do It: Act
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Unit 3: Cellular Systems
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act (do)
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