Definition of "fluorophore" [fluorophore]

• A molecule or functional group which is capable of fluorescence. (noun)

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• "Maturation of the wild-type fluorophore is quite efficient at 28 degrees, but increasing the temperature to 37 degrees substantially reduces overall maturation and results in decreased fluorescence."
• "Two predominant features of the fluorescent protein fluorophore have important implications for its utility as a probe."
• "It is important to note that the native green fluorescent protein fluorophore exists in two states."