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adhesion

[ad-hee-zhuhn] / ædˈhi ʒən /


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This receptor belongs to a larger family known as adhesion G protein-coupled receptors, or GPCRs.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

This breakthrough builds on more than ten years of work at Leipzig University focused on adhesion GPCRs.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

"By regulating the levels of these adhesion proteins, Piezo1 keeps cells well connected, which is essential for a stable tissue architecture. The stability of the enviroment in turn, influences the chemical environment."

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

His ability to balance on the edge of adhesion in the braking-entry phase at a higher speed than almost anyone else made him stand out.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2025

This arrangement renders available for adhesion a total weight of 87,000 pounds.

From Illustrated Catalogue of Locomotives Baldwin Locomotive Works by Baird, Matthew