signalointiprosessin
Signalointiprosessi, often translated as the signaling process, refers to the complex series of events by which cells communicate with each other and with their environment. This communication is fundamental for virtually all cellular functions, including growth, differentiation, metabolism, and response to stimuli. The process typically begins with a signal molecule, such as a hormone, neurotransmitter, or growth factor, binding to a specific receptor protein on the surface or within the target cell. This binding event triggers a cascade of intracellular events.
These intracellular events often involve the activation or inactivation of a series of molecules, known as