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membrane

[mem-breyn] / ˈmɛm breɪn /
NOUN
covering layer
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There, it caused damage by lowering membrane potential, altering mitochondrial structure, and reducing energy production.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

Using HIV as an example, the researchers focused on a stable region of the virus's surface protein located near the membrane.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

"In our situation, we assume that the shift in membrane composition is triggered by hyperactivity of the affected neurons due to Alzheimer's disease. That is, these neurons exhibit abnormal firing."

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026

The treatment was given as a single injection through a membrane at the base of the cochlea known as the round window.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

They held their breath before the membrane parted, and when it did she turned away quickly, but made no sound—it seemed to be a point of pride.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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