Cell Biology
Ribosome
Cellular structures that synthesize proteins by reading genetic instructions from messenger RNA. The protein factories of the cell.
Biological Context
Ribosomes translate the genetic code into amino acid sequences. A single cell may contain millions of ribosomes. They can be free in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum. Ribosome function is highly conserved across all life forms.
Business Application
Organizational ribosomes are the production units that translate strategy (genetic code) into actual products and services. Like ribosomes, they need clear instructions and raw materials to function properly.