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heat shock protein

n.
Any of a group of cellular proteins produced under physiological stress, such as high or low body temperature, that stabilize other cellular proteins and adjust cellular metabolism to cope with the stress.
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As close cousins of ALS (aka, Lou Gehrig's disease), PLS and HSP are progressive neurological disorders.
Future exploration at HSP has shifted to the concealed target area southwest of and under HSP-RC5.
Reliable sources say when prisoners went on strike on Saturday, they refused to hold negotiations with HSP superintendent Naveed Ashraf.
A few weeks ago, around 40 security personnel of the HSP staged a demonstration in uniform by blocking College Chowk for two hours.
Acknowledging the support of Gen (retd) Jehanzeb Arbab and Commodore (retd) Ashfaq Baig for HSP, he said the society, a non-political, non commercial and a non controversial organization is
Aligned with Conduent's strategy to make acquisitions that will enhance its core portfolio and position the company as a technology-led, digital interactions company, the HSP transaction, upon closing, will allow Conduent to better serve current and prospective commercial and government payer clients with core administration processing technology.
James Basile, co-founders of HSP, have joined Conduent's Financial Services and Healthcare sector, in addition to other former HSP employees.
Adults may present with HSP as well, and often exhibit more severe disease that may become chronic with relapses and is more difficult to treat.
Prior to 2015, supply officers (SUPPOs) on ships had the authority to work directly with the HSP to make changes to requirements regardless of the time of day or the circumstance.
The aim of this study is to describe the age of outcome, clinical features and investigative profile of HSP in children.
Administrator DHA appreciated the efforts of HSP for organizing a splendid flower show every year which is reflective of its engagement to give greener and beautiful environment to the metropolis.