Expression vector
expression vector n.
A vector, such as a plasmid, yeast, or animal virus genome, used to introduce foreign genetic material into a host cell in order to replicate and amplify the foreign DNA sequences as a recombinant molecule.
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[ik-spres-iv] /ɪkˈsprɛs ɪv/ adjective 1. full of ; meaningful: an expressive shrug. 2. serving to ; indicative of power to : a look expressive of gratitude. 3. of, relating to, or concerned with : Dance is a highly expressive art. 4. Sociology. (of a crowd or group) engaging in nonpurposeful activity of an expressive and […]
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[ek-spre-siv-i-tee] /ˌɛk sprɛˈsɪv ɪ ti/ noun 1. the quality or state of being expressive. 2. Genetics. the degree to which a particular gene produces its effect in an organism. /ˌɛksprɛˈsɪvɪtɪ/ noun 1. (esp of a work of art) the quality of being expressive 2. (genetics) the strength of the effect of a gene on the […]
- Express-lane
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