adhesion

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This receptor belongs to a larger family known as adhesion G protein-coupled receptors, or GPCRs.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

When the amount of Piezo1 is reduced, levels of important cell adhesion proteins including NCAM1 and N-cadherin drop.

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

Over time, Tcf4 and its targets activate to strengthen cell adhesion and structural support.

From Science Daily • Nov. 30, 2025

His ability to balance on the edge of adhesion in the braking-entry phase at a higher speed than almost anyone else made him stand out.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2025

The state of being fixed in attachment; fidelity; steady attachment; adhesion; as, adherence to a party or to opinions.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary by Webster, Noah