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Noun - Biochemistry
Any of a group of proteins that are bound to a light-absorbing pigment molecule called a chromophore and that catalyze the absorption of photons and the conveying of the resulting signals to the visual system.
Sample sentence: The primary opsin found in humans is called rhodopsin.
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Noun - Botany
A white crystalline pigment found in some flowers, functioning as a photoreceptor and assisting in pollination. It absorbs ultraviolet light and reflects it as visible light to attract insects.
Sample sentence: The presence of opsin in certain flowers helps attract bees for pollination.
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Noun - Local
A nickname for the Optical Science and Engineering program at a local university, specializing in various aspects of optics research and education.
Sample sentence: Many students dream to be a part of Opsin and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in optics.
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Verb - Local
To participate in a practical project or research conducted by the Optical Science and Engineering program, typically as a student or faculty member.
Sample sentence: I opsin-ed on a project about designing advanced computer vision algorithms during my last semester.
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Adjective - General
Describing something that relates to or involves opsins, particularly in terms of their properties or functions.
Sample sentence: The scientist presented a new technique for opsin-mediated light therapy.
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