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cellulosome

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  • noun biochemistry A complex of enzymes that degrade the polysaccharide surface of cells and mediate cell attachment

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  • He is now discussing how they are using proteomics in combination with the genomic data to try and ID various cellulosome components

    The Tree of Life 2009

  • First synthetic cellulosome in yeast may improve production of renewable fuel WASHINGTON - Scientists have constructed for the first time a synthetic cellulosome in yeast, which has the potential to improve the production of renewable fuel.

    Gaea Times (by Simple Thoughts) Breaking News and incisive views 24/7 2009

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