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Renilla

Renilla

1 9.9
An enzyme that makes light to show how active genes are in cells
  • noun
  • /rɪˈnɪlə/
  • Specialized
: renila
  • Adding the substrate caused the Renilla enzyme to emit a measurable light.

Examples

  • The intensity of the Renilla signal indicated the level of gene expression.

  • Researchers used Renilla to monitor gene activity in the experimental cells.

  • The Renilla luciferase is widely used in laboratories.

  • Researchers are studying Renilla for its bioluminescent properties.

  • Researchers used Renilla luciferase as a reporter to measure gene expression in the lab.

  • The Renilla enzyme produces light, helping scientists visualize gene activity.

  • In their experiments, the team utilized Renilla to quantify the effectiveness of the gene therapy.

Synonyms

luciferase
vsRenilla
  • Specialized
1 8.1

An enzyme in some living things that makes light and helps scientists study genes and cells

is a specific form used as a reporter to measure gene expression

Surface Forms

Renilla singular
Renillas plural

Etymology

Renilla for the glowing enzyme takes its name from a small sea animal called Renilla. Scientists named the protein Renilla luciferase, where lucifer means 'light-bringer', so the enzyme 'makes light' and is used to show gene activity.