Investigating the heterologous expression of plant secondary metabolic enzymes to produce curcuminoids and curcuminoid derivatives
Curcuminoids are highly bioactive polyketide chemicals produced in the rhizomes of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa). In addition to giving turmeric powder its distinctive yellow colour and flavour, these molecules elicit a plethora of medicinal effects. This project aimed to biosynthesize curcumin...
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University of York
2016
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| Online Access: | http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.704372 |