Induction

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005797",
  "term": "Induction",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process by which the synthesis of an enzyme or other protein is initiated or increased in response to a specific molecular signal. This often involves the activation of gene expression, leading to a higher concentration of the protein within the cell. For example, the presence of a substrate can induce the production of enzymes required for its metabolism.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "see_also": [
    "enzymes",
    "inducer",
    "prophage"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1992, 64, 143. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)' on page 157 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199264010143)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/induction/"
}