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"We used structural studies and biophysical measurements to determine that TCIP3 acts as a kind of molecular glue, anchoring these proteins together," Gourisankar said.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026

After anchoring a boat, they placed an underwater speaker in the water and allowed it to drift with the current as far as 19 meters from the vessel.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 30, 2026

Playing the high-strung mayor in “Widow’s Bay,” Rhys shifts between droll humor and genuine terror with ease, anchoring the show’s winning blend of real and supernatural.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

Anderson anchoring the midfield suggests Maresca sees him as Rodri's successor.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026

“It’s all just because this is new,” Claire continued, still holding on to Maya’s wrist, anchoring her in the grass.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway



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