ScienceJuly 14, 2026
myosin
ˈmaɪəˌsɪn
Definition
A primary motor protein found in muscle tissue that facilitates muscle contraction and maintains structural integrity.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Greek 'mys' meaning 'muscle' and the chemical suffix '-in' used to denote proteins. It was coined in the mid-19th century to describe this specific contractile protein.
In the news
In the article, researchers discovered that myosin adapts its energy usage during hibernation, allowing animal muscles to survive extreme cold without sustaining damage.
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Read the full article ↗The Guardian