allosteric
/ˌæləˈstɛrɪk/
adjective
- Relating to a change in the shape and activity of a protein (especially an enzyme) caused by a molecule binding at a site other than the active site.
- Allosteric regulation allows cells to fine-tune their metabolic pathways.
- Scientists are studying allosteric modulators to develop safer medications.
- The drug works by binding to an allosteric site on the enzyme, changing its shape.