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intestine

[in-tes-tin] / ɪnˈtɛs tɪn /
NOUN
bodily organ
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG


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When flies lacked protein in their diet, specialized cells in the intestine released a peptide hormone called CNMa.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

The researchers found that these activated T cells gather in the lining of the small intestine, placing them in an ideal position to respond quickly when damage occurs.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

To tackle this problem, a research team led by Yu Takahashi at the University of Tokyo in Japan created a human intestine model using stem cells.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

Now, researchers have developed a new stem cell-based model of the human intestine that could help scientists discover more effective therapies.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

Finally they bought a waterproof cape that enveloped her completely, made of semitransparent seal intestine.

From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman




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