<n0:ComplexDefinition xmlns:n0="http://ncicb.nci.nih.gov/xml/owl/EVS/ComplexProperties.xsd#"><n0:def-definition>A role used to assert that the initiation of the stated biological process is dependent on the progression or completion of another process. The role implies a direct physical and functional interaction of an element from the preceding biological process with a target molecule or complex involved in the initial stages of the stated process. Both the domain and the range for this role are 'Biological Process'.</n0:def-definition><n0:def-source>NCI</n0:def-source></n0:ComplexDefinition>