noun
- Plural of chlorin; organic compounds derived from chlorophyll or related porphyrins, used in photodynamic therapy and research.
Usage: technical; chemistry
Examples
- Chlorins are studied for their potential in treating certain types of cancer through photodynamic therapy.
- The research team isolated several chlorins from plant extracts.
- Chlorins absorb light in the red region of the spectrum, making them useful for medical applications.
- Scientists are developing new chlorins with improved photostability for clinical use.