critical
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Genes critical for heart function behaved this way in heart cells, while neuron-related genes did the same in brain cells.
From Science Daily
"This is real nanotechnology, as we can manipulate matter at the nanoscale. It is also a critical development for functional textiles, as the scrolls could be incorporated as reinforcement materials in synthetic fibers."
From Science Daily
The proposal also urges restoring “normal passage” through the Strait of Hormuz and safeguarding civilian sites and critical infrastructure, including energy, desalination and power facilities, as well as peaceful nuclear infrastructure.
That preparation will be critical against Texas, Close said.
From Los Angeles Times
After he joined the 2022 protests, he says, she became critical of his activities and unsympathetic over the deaths of friends of his in the January protests.
From BBC
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