uncoupler

/ˈʌnkəʊplər/

Definitions

1. noun

a chemical substance that inhibits the function of a protein by preventing it from interacting with its binding site

“The researcher added the uncoupler to the cellular solution to study the effects on energy production.”

Synonyms

  • dinitrophenol
  • uncoupling agent

Antonyms

  • coupler
  • linker