Peptide Terms

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Peptides Index

Lysine
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An essential amino acid important for protein synthesis.

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MAPK (Mitogen-activated protein kinase)
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A signaling pathway involved in cell growth and survival.

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Macrophages
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Immune cells that engulf and digest cellular debris and microbes.

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Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs)
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Enzymes that degrade extracellular matrix components.

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Methylation
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A chemical modification that regulates gene expression.

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Microcirculation
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The circulation of blood in the smallest blood vessels.

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Microtubules
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Cytoskeletal structures that provide cellular support and transport.

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Mitochondria
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Organelles responsible for producing cellular energy (ATP).

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Modulation
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The regulation of biological responses through control mechanisms.

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Molecular weight
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The total mass of a molecule, often measured in daltons.

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Monoclonal antibodies
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Laboratory-engineered antibodies targeting specific antigens.

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Motilin
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A hormone that stimulates gastrointestinal motility.

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Multi-pass proteins
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Membrane proteins spanning the lipid bilayer multiple times.

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Muscle hypertrophy
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An increase in muscle size due to resistance training.

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Myelin sheath
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A protective covering around nerve fibers that enhances signal transmission.

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Myostatin
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A protein that inhibits muscle growth by limiting cell proliferation.

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Myotropic peptides
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Peptides that support muscle growth and function.

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NAD+ metabolism
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The process by which NAD+ influences cellular energy production.

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Neuromodulation
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The regulation of nervous system activity through chemical signals.

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Neuropeptides
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Small proteins involved in brain function and signaling.

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Neurotransmitters
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Chemical messengers that transmit signals across nerve synapses.

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Nitric oxide synthase
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An enzyme responsible for nitric oxide production.

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Nucleotides
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Molecular building blocks of DNA and RNA.

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Oligopeptides
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Short peptides made up of a few amino acids.

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Oncogenic peptides
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Peptides linked to cancer development or suppression.

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Opioid peptides
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Peptides that bind to opioid receptors, influencing pain and mood.

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Oral bioavailability
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The fraction of a drug absorbed into circulation when taken orally.

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Oxidative stress
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Cellular damage caused by free radicals.

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PKC (Protein kinase C)
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A protein kinase involved in cellular signaling.

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Pancreatic peptides
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Peptides produced by the pancreas for metabolic regulation.

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Paracrine signaling
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Cell signaling where molecules act on nearby cells.

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Peptidase
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An enzyme that breaks down peptides into smaller fragments.

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Peptide bond
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A bond that connects amino acids in peptides and proteins.

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Peptide library
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A collection of peptides used for research and drug development.

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Peptide sequence
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The order of amino acids in a peptide or protein.

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Pharmacodynamics
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The study of how drugs affect biological systems.

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Pharmacokinetics
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The study of how drugs move through the body.

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Phosphorylation
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The addition of phosphate groups to molecules, activating enzymes.

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Plasminogen
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A precursor of plasmin, an enzyme that dissolves blood clots.

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Polypeptide chains
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Long chains of amino acids that form proteins.

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Post-translational modifications
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Modifications made to proteins after they are synthesized.

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Protease inhibitors
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Compounds that inhibit enzymes that break down proteins.

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Protein folding
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The process by which proteins achieve their functional 3D shape.

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Protein-protein interactions
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The interaction between two or more proteins to function properly.

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Quantum efficiency
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A measure of a molecule's ability to convert absorbed energy into useful work.

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Quaternary structure
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The arrangement of multiple protein subunits in a complex.

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RNA translation
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The process of protein synthesis from messenger RNA.

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Radiolabeling
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The attachment of radioactive isotopes to molecules for tracking.

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Receptor activation
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The activation of a receptor by a specific ligand.

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Recombinant peptides
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Peptides produced through genetic engineering techniques.

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Regenerative medicine
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A field of medicine focused on regenerating damaged tissues and organs.

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