ACTIVATOR

Activator

A transcriptional activator is a protein that increases gene transcription of a gene or set of genes.

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activator

Noun

  1. One who, or that which, activates.
  2. Any chemical or agent which regulates one or more genes by increasing the rate of transcription.
  3. A type of effector that increases the rate of enzyme-mediated reactions.
  4. A type of dopant used in phosphors and scintillators.
  5. An agent that enables the flotation of a mineral or minerals.


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