"differentiation factors" refers to things that distinguish or set apart one thing from another. It could be features, characteristics, or qualities that make something unique or distinct from others. Full definition
According to a study published in Science, the protein, called growth differentiation factor 11 (GDF11), can reverse the decline in blood vessel volume seen in the brains of aging mice and enhance neurogenesis (the generation of new nerve cells). (discovermagazine.com)
The accumulation of only adult stem cell - like cells indicates a mutation in the master differentiation factor bam completely blocks germline stem cell lineage differentiation. (sciencedaily.com)
«In order to carry out the switch from self - renewal to differentiation, Bam must inactivate the functions of self - renewing factors as well as activate the functions of differentiation factors.» (sciencedaily.com)