gelsolin

(jĕlˌsŏlˈĭn)

noun
A calcium-dependent actin-binding protein that modulates actin filament length and gelation and thus influences the structure of the cytoskeleton and plays a key role in cellular motility and differentiation.

Origin:

Origin: gel(ation)

Origin: + sol- (as in dissolve, from its turning actin from a semi-solid into a fluid)

Origin: + -in

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