Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Ethylation

👉 Ethylation is a process by which certain amino acids are modified in the cytoplasm of cells. This modification typically involves the addition or removal of a methyl group, which can affect the function and structure of proteins. Ethyl methanesulfonate (EMS) is a widely used chemical for regulating methyl groups in the cell membrane to prevent the formation of lipid peroxides that could cause oxidative stress and damage. Ethylation has various applications in biology and medicine, including: 1.

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