efektorimolekyylejä
Efektorimolekyylejä is a Finnish term that translates to “effector molecules” in English. Effector molecules are signaling entities that modulate biological processes by activating or inhibiting specific cellular pathways. They are central to cellular communication and regulation in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.
The basic function of an effector molecule is to bind to a target protein or receptor, inducing
In the immune system, immune effector molecules like cytokines (e.g., interleukins, interferons) direct inflammation and immune
Effector molecules are classified by their mode of action. Allosteric effectors bind to non‑active sites on
Because of their regulatory roles, effector molecules are targets for pharmaceutical intervention. Drugs such as receptor