Glossary of terms
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Microbiota
The name Microbiota refers to an ecological population of microorganisms, mostly bacteria, that… -
The Endocrine System
The endocrine system comprises glands and organs that secrete hormones. These hormones are tiny… -
The model animal
A model animal is an organism extensively studied by science. The term “model animal” has no… -
Lymphocytes
Lymphocytes is a general name for three types of white blood cells: T cells, B cells and NK cells.… -
Neurodegenerative Diseases
Neurodegenerative diseases affect the nervous system and cause a gradual decrease in the functional… -
WASp Protein
The WASp protein, whose name stands for Wiskott–Aldrich Syndrome protein, is a 502-amino acid… -
Natural Killer Cells
Natural Killer Cells are white blood cells and one of the three types of lymphocytes. They are part…
