However, from this revision of the literature appears clear that MMPs have multifaceted functional characteristics, which modulate physiological processes in multiple ways and with multiple consequences.
Neuropeptides also modulate physiological processes and behaviours other than song.
Recent studies of DAF-16 demonstrated that specific isoforms of DAF-16 might differentially regulate gene targets to modulate physiological processes in C. elegans (Kwon et al., 2010).
Skin displays highly active metabolism of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), resulting in the production of eicosanoids that modulate physiological processes at low concentrations and elicit inflammatory reactions at higher levels (8).
Conversely, the clock rhythmically modulates physiological processes induced by ABA, such as the closing of stomata in the leaf epidermis.
As a consequence, the amount of mature mRNA and protein is altered appropriately, thus modulating physiological processes.
In humans, melatonin is a hormone that modulates physiological processes, such as circadian rhythms and reproductive functions, and also acts as an antioxidant [ 29– 31].
For instance, the Clp proteases form extensive complexes with the functionally diverse AAA+ modules that would enable them to modulate various physiological processes.
FoxO proteins are known to modulate various physiological processes including cell proliferation and differentiation, apoptosis, metabolism, oxidative stress, and lifespan.
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small noncoding RNAs that actively modulate cell physiological processes as apoptosis, cell-cycle control, cell proliferation, DNA repair, and metabolism.
NO also modulates various physiological processes including tissue homeostasis, neurotransmission, and inflammation.
