The phrase "cell subpopulations" refers to different groups or types of cells within a larger population of cells. It means that within a group of cells, there are smaller groups that have distinct characteristics or functions. Full definition
Sphere - forming cell subpopulations with cancer stem cell properties in human hepatoma cell lines. (oncm.org)
Strikingly, this cancer cell subpopulation displayed enhanced expression of Bcl - xL, strongly suggesting that the upregulation of this antiapoptotic protein also supports the survival of invasive cancer cells within patients. (impactjournals.com)
«We were able to boost fluorescence accumulation in the highly tumorigenic low - fluorescence glioma stem cell subpopulation using a clinically approved iron chelator,» co-corresponding author Kouichi Tabu says. (sciencedaily.com)