enzymology

enzymology Definition

en·zy·mol·ogy (en′zī mäl′ə jē, -zi-)

noun

the science dealing with the structure and properties of enzymes and the chemical reactions they catalyze

enzymology Related Forms

en′·zy·mol′o·gist noun

enzymology Usage Examples

Converse of object

investigate: The aim of this project is to investigate the enzymology and regulation of the synthesis of SA from chorismate.
include: Research within the School includes enzymology, microbiology, and advanced NMR spectroscopy.

Adjective modifier

mechanistic: Structural analysis also underpins the major research effort in the MIB on mechanistic enzymology.
molecular: On finishing my PhD I would like to continue research in the area of molecular enzymology.

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