ScienceAugust 13, 2026

hematopoietic

HEE-muh-toh-poy-EH-tik

Definition

Relating to the formation and development of blood cells, typically within the bone marrow.

Etymology

The word originates from the Greek 'haima' (blood) and 'poiesis' (making or creation), which were combined in New Latin to describe the biological process of blood cell production.

In the news

The article uses this term to distinguish ARA-290 from erythropoietin, noting that while the latter is known for its hematopoietic effects—stimulating red blood cell production—ARA-290 is designed to avoid these specific blood-related functions.

ARA-290 and the Emerging Science of Selective Peptide Signaling

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