molecular pathways

[mə-ˈle-kyə-lər ˈpa-ˌthwāz]
nounpl: molecular pathways
vias moleculares
1. A series of chemical reactions and interactions between molecules within cells that regulate biological processes and cellular functions
Scientists are studying the molecular pathways involved in cancer cell growth.
Os cientistas estão estudando as vias moleculares envolvidas no crescimento de células cancerígenas.
2. The sequential steps through which signaling molecules transmit information and trigger cellular responses
Understanding these molecular pathways is crucial for developing new drugs.
Compreender essas vias moleculares é crucial para o desenvolvimento de novos medicamentos.
3. Biochemical routes and mechanisms that connect molecular events to observable biological outcomes
The Wnt signaling pathway is one of the most important molecular pathways in development.
A via de sinalização Wnt é uma das vias moleculares mais importantes no desenvolvimento.
This is specialized scientific terminology used primarily in academic, pharmaceutical, and biomedical research contexts. It is equally recognized in both Brazilian and international scientific communities. The term has gained prominence with advances in molecular biology and personalized medicine, particularly in discussions about drug development and disease mechanisms.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
signaling pathwaysbiochemical pathwaysmetabolic routescellular pathwayssignal transduction pathways

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
vias moleculares
Standard term used in scientific and academic contexts throughout Brazil
Portugal
vias moleculares
Same terminology used in Portuguese scientific community
General English-speaking regions
molecular pathways
Primary term in international scientific literature and biomedical research

Related Words

cellular signalingprotein interactionsgene expressionsignal transductionbiochemical reactionscellular mechanismsenzymesreceptors

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow a molecular pathway
trace the molecular pathway
activate a molecular pathway
block a molecular pathway
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