permissive elements
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nounpl: permissive elements
elementos permissivos
1. In genetics and molecular biology, DNA sequences or regulatory regions that allow or facilitate gene expression, transcription, or translation when present in a genetic construct or organism
The plasmid contained permissive elements that enabled efficient protein production in the bacterial cells.
O plasmídio continha elementos permissivos que permitiram a produção eficiente de proteína nas células bacterianas.
2. In broader usage, factors, conditions, or components that allow something to happen or function without restriction
The permissive elements in the legal framework made it easier for startups to establish operations.
Os elementos permissivos no marco legal facilitaram o estabelecimento de operações para startups.
3. In virology, cellular or molecular conditions that support or allow viral replication and infection
The permissive elements in the host cell environment were necessary for successful viral replication.
Os elementos permissivos no ambiente da célula hospedeira eram necessários para a replicação viral bem-sucedida.
This is primarily a technical and scientific term used in molecular biology, genetics, and virology research. It is equally understood and used in both Brazilian Portuguese and American English academic contexts. The term reflects the international nature of scientific communication and is not regionally specific in its usage, though it remains specialized vocabulary outside of scientific fields.
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