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Overexpression

Definition: Overexpression refers to an excessive production or increased expression of a particular gene, protein, or molecule within an organism. It often leads to abnormal physiological functions or cellular behaviors.

Examples:

Noun (Biology):

1. The overexpression of oncogenes can contribute to the development of cancer.
2. Scientists have discovered that overexpression of growth factors can enhance tissue regeneration.

Verb (Biochemistry):

1. Researchers are attempting to overexpress certain enzymes in bacteria to improve their ability to break down pollutants.
2. By using gene-editing techniques, scientists successfully overexpressed a previously inactive protein.

Noun (Genetics):

1. Hereditary overexpression of a specific gene can increase the risk of genetic disorders.
2. The study suggests that the overexpression of the FOXP2 gene is linked to language impairments.

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