Any cellular protein that binds to an unfolded or partially folded target protein to prevent misfolding, aggregation, and/or degradation of it. Chaperones also facilitate the target protein's proper folding, translocation and assembly within cells, preventing inappropriate interactions with other proteins.

Collective term for two types of proteins that prevent misfolding of a target protein (molecular chaperones) or actively facilitate its proper folding (chaperonins). ( Figure 3-15)

A protein that facilitates the proper folding of other proteins but does not bind to their final folded form.

a person who goes with a young unmarried woman in public

one who accompanies and supervises a young woman or gatherings of young people

accompany as a chaperone

an adult responsible for youth; discipline is handled by adult chaperones

The adult members of the Band Association who are trained in the care of the band members when they are performing, or traveling to or from a performance.

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