Biology
- Dps (DNA-binding proteins from starved cells) Protecting proteins under Starved conditions, or mini ferritin: class of proteins that have the double capability to protect DNA by DNA/protein aggregation (on most DPS through positively charged protein extensions "hooking" DNA) and to store iron within the cavity of the protein (catalytic process of iron oxidation and storage)
- Distinct population segment A population or group of vertebrate populations considered for protection under the U.S. Endangered Species Act.
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