Definitions beginning with V

VIM - permalink - collapse

All > Technology > Defense

Vibration Isolation Module.
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Browse Related Terms: AM, MAM, MCM, MSI, PCM

Vimentin - permalink - collapse

All > Science > Biotechnology and Genetics > Stem Cell

The major polypeptide that joins with other subunits to form the intermediate filament cytoskeleton of mesenchymal cells. Vimentin may also have a role in maintaining the internal organization of certain cells.
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Browse Related Terms: Dendrite, Nestin, Neurofilament (NF)

vinblastine - permalink - collapse

All > Medicine > Cancer

An anticancer drug that belongs to the family of plant drugs called vinca alkaloids. It is a mitotic inhibitor.
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Browse Related Terms: homoharringtonine, vindesine, vinorelbine

vinca alkaloid - permalink - collapse

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A type of drug that blocks cell growth by stopping mitosis (cell division). Vinca alkaloids interfere with microtubules (cellular structures that help move chromosomes during mitosis). They are used to treat cancer. A vinca alkaloid is a type of mitotic inhibitor and antimicrotubule agent.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: antimicrotubule agent, antimitotic agent, broxuridine, mitotic inhibitor, Oncovin, taxane, vincristine, vincristine sulfate

vincristine - permalink - collapse

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(vin-KRIS-teen) The active ingredient in a drug used to treat acute leukemia. It is used in combination with other drugs to treat Hodgkin disease, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, neuroblastoma, and Wilms tumor. Vincristine is also being studied in the treatment of other types of cancer. It blocks cell growth by stopping cell division. It is a type of vinca alkaloid and a type of antimitotic agent.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: antimicrotubule agent, antimitotic agent, broxuridine, mitotic inhibitor, Oncovin, taxane, vinca alkaloid, vincristine sulfate

vincristine sulfate - permalink - collapse

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(vin-KRIS-teen SUL-fayt) A drug used to treat acute leukemia. It is used in combination with other drugs to treat Hodgkin disease, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, neuroblastoma, and Wilms tumor. Vincristine sulfate is also being studied in the treatment of other types of cancer. It blocks cell growth by stopping cell division. It is a type of vinca alkaloid and a type of antimitotic agent. Also called Oncovin.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: antimicrotubule agent, antimitotic agent, broxuridine, mitotic inhibitor, Oncovin, taxane, vinca alkaloid, vincristine

vindesine - permalink - collapse

All > Medicine > Cancer

An anticancer drug that belongs to the family of plant drugs called vinca alkaloids.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: homoharringtonine, vinblastine, vinorelbine

Vinegar syndrome - permalink - collapse

All > Technology > Storage

Characteristic of the decomposition of acetate based magnetic tape where acetic acid is a substantial by-product that gives the tape a vinegar-like odor. After the onset of the vinegar syndrome, acetate tape backings degrade at an accelerated rate - the hydrolysis of the acetate is catalyzed further by the presence of acetic acid by product.
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Browse Related Terms: Coercivity, lubricant, Magnetic particles, Magnetic pigment, Magnetic remanence, Magnetic retentivity, Sticky shed, Sticky tape, Tape baking, Tape noise

vinflunine - permalink - collapse

All > Medicine > Cancer

(VIN-floo-neen) A substance being studied in the treatment of bladder cancer, lung cancer, and other types of cancer. Also called Javlor.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: blinded study, CI-994, EF5, Javlor, N-acetyldinaline, open label study

vinorelbine - permalink - collapse

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An anticancer drug that belongs to the family of plant drugs called vinca alkaloids.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: homoharringtonine, vinblastine, vindesine

VINSON - permalink - collapse

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Encrypted Ultra High Frequency Communications System.
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Browse Related Terms: EHF, ELF, FFH, MFG, PRF, Pulse Repetition Frequency, SHF, UHF, VHF, VLF

vinyl chloride - permalink - collapse

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(VINE-uhl KLOR-ide) A substance used to make plastics. Exposure to vinyl chloride may increase the risk of developing liver, brain, and lung cancers; lymphoma; and leukemia.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: acrylonitrile, ataxia-telangiectasia, benzene, clodronate, formaldehyde, hemihypertrophy, lifetime risk, MGUS, monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance, predictive factor

(VY-ox) A drug that was being used for pain relief and was being studied for its ability to prevent cancer and to block the growth of new blood vessels needed for tumors to grow. It is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Vioxx was taken off the market in the U.S. because of safety concerns. Also called rofecoxib.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: diclofenac, diclofenac sodium, diclofenac sodium gel, rofecoxib, Voltaren, Voltaren gel

VIP - permalink - collapse

All > Recreation > Games > Baccarat

this is another name for a high roller and stands for a Very Important Person.
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A Very Important Person. Usually a big bettor or a high roller.
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Browse Related Terms: Baccarat en Banque, Callman, Croupier, Dealer, House Edge, Ladderman, Mini, Shills, Starter

All > Science > Weather

Video Integrator and Processor, which contours radar reflectivity (in dBZ) into six VIP levels:
- VIP 1 (Level 1, 18-30 dBZ) - Light precipitation.
- VIP 2 (Level 2, 30-38 dBZ) - Light to moderate rain.
- VIP 3 (Level 3, 38-44 dBZ) - Moderate to heavy rain.
- VIP 4 (Level 4, 44-50 dBZ) - Heavy rain.
- VIP 5 (Level 5, 50-57 dBZ) - Very heavy rain; hail possible.
- VIP 6 (Level 6, >57 dBZ) - Very heavy rain and hail; large hail possible.
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Browse Related Terms: Albedo, Angle of Reflection, Base Reflectivity, Hail Contamination, Hail Spike, Layer Composite Reflectivity Average, Layer Composite Reflectivity Maximum, Precipitation Mode, Radar Mosaic

Vir - permalink - collapse

All > Law > Common Legal Terms

Husband.
US District Court - Northern District of NY - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: Consumer bankruptcy, Et vir, Uxor, Uxor et vir, Vir et uxor

viral - permalink - collapse

All > Medicine > Cancer

Having to do with a virus.
National Cancer Institute - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: respiratory syncytial virus, RSV, simian virus 40, SV40, viral vector

viral coat protein - permalink - collapse

All > Science > Biotechnology and Genetics > Food Biotechnology

A protein present in the layer surrounding the nucleic acid core of a virus.
UN Food and Agriculture Organization - Cite This Source - This Definition
Browse Related Terms: Capsid, coat protein, Coat protein (capsid), Encapsidation, Transcapsidation, unencapsidated

Viral Marketing - permalink - collapse

All > Technology > Search > SEO / Search Marketing

Self propagating marketing techniques. Common modes of transmission are email, blogging, and word of mouth marketing channels.

Many social news sites and social bookmarking sites also lead to secondary citations.

See also:
- Unleashing the Ideavirus - free Seth Godin ebook about spreading ideas.
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Browse Related Terms: Battelle, John, Gladwell, Malcolm, Godin, Seth, Meme, Seth Godin, Squidoo

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VIM - permalink - collapse

Vimentin - permalink - collapse

vinblastine - permalink - collapse

vinca alkaloid - permalink - collapse

vincristine - permalink - collapse

vincristine sulfate - permalink - collapse

vindesine - permalink - collapse

Vinegar syndrome - permalink - collapse

vinflunine - permalink - collapse

vinorelbine - permalink - collapse

VINSON - permalink - collapse

vinyl chloride - permalink - collapse

violation - permalink - collapse

Violation of Protocol - permalink - collapse

Vioxx - permalink - collapse

VIP - permalink - collapse

Vir - permalink - collapse

viral - permalink - collapse

viral coat protein - permalink - collapse

Viral Marketing - permalink - collapse