fusion protein

noun

A protein formed by genetically fusing or combining a gene encoding a target protein of interest with a gene encoding a protein or portion of protein that adds a desired functionality to the target.

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Meanings

nounfusion protein (plural fusion proteins)

plural fusion proteins

  1. biochemistryA protein formed by genetically fusing or combining a gene encoding a target protein of interest with a gene encoding a protein or portion of protein that adds a desired functionality to the target.
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APA

fusion protein. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/fusion%20protein

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“fusion protein.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/fusion%20protein. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “fusion protein,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/fusion%20protein.

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