| synapse |
The site of communication between neurons. The synapse may transmit an action potential by the release of a neurotransmitter that binds a ligand-gated channel on the post-synaptic cell, or may make a direct connection between cells via gap junctions.
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| synchrotron |
A particle accelerator that produces high-density x-rays used for gathering crystallographic data for structural determinations. Tunable synchrotron radiation permits wavelength variation, enabling the use of multiple wavelength anomalous dispersion techn
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| syncytium |
Multi-nucleate cells formed by the fusion of neighboring cells. Syncytia may form due to the expression of a viral fusion protein during viral replication.
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| synergist |
An agent that increases the effectiveness of a ligand or other agent.
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| syngeneic |
An antigenically identical organism.
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