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morphogen
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morphogen [′mȯr·fə·jən]
(biochemistry)
Any compound that exerts a morphogenetic effect at low concentrations.


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The researchers have thought that these so-called morphogens create chemical maps by simply diffusing through an embryo.
Scientists call these "shape-maker" proteins morphogens (morpho- means form).
patent 6,936,582, entitled "Synergistic Effects of OP/BMP Morphogens and GDNF/NGF Neurotrophic Factors.
 
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