DUKHOBORTSI
\dˈʌkhəbˌɔːtsi], \dˈʌkhəbˌɔːtsi], \d_ˈʌ_k_h_ə_b_ˌɔː_t_s_i]\
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A sect of Russian fanatics, remarkable for their fine form and vigorous constitution, which are said to be due to the fact that they destroy every delicate child. In 1842 and following years most of the sect were transported to the Caucasus.
By Daniel Lyons
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
- An enzyme that catalyzes the of groups from acetyl-CoA to arylamines. They have wide specificity for aromatic amines, particularly serotonin, and can also catalyze acetyl transfer between arylamines without CoA. EC 2.3.1.5.
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