enzyme
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It works by inhibiting the ODC protein, which in turn reduces the excessive enzyme activity caused by the mutated gene.
From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2026
Researchers at the University of Utah have identified an enzyme called PapB that can reshape therapeutic peptides, a class of protein-like drugs, by linking their ends together into tight rings.
From Science Daily • Apr. 28, 2026
"We thought, if you have a problem with this enzyme, there's going to be multiple aspects of your biology that are not working properly."
From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026
"PAM is a truly fascinating enzyme because it's the only enzyme we have that's capable of a chemical process called amidation, which increases the half-life or the potency of biologically active peptides," Gloyn said.
From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026
We have seen that each step in oxidation is directed and expedited by a specific enzyme.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
Vocabulary lists containing enzyme
Cell Biology - High School
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Florida EOC Biology 1
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Genetics - High School
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