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(Redirected from Adhesion molecules). Cell adhesion molecules (CAM s) are proteins located on the cell surface involved in binding with other cells or with the extracellular matrix (ECM) in the process called cell adhesion. In essence, cell adhesion molecules help cells stick to each other and to their surroundings.
A material capable of temporarily or permanently binding another by means of surface attachment (e.g., glue). (ad-hÄ'siv) 1. Relating to, or having the characteristics of, an adhesion. 2. Any material that adheres to a surface or causes adherence between surfaces.