Discovery of key protein for biosynthesis of plant defense steroids could enhance pest control strategies
The project group "Specialized Steroid Metabolism in Plants" in the Department ... (16,22,26-trihydroxycholesterol), a key ...
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Key protein for the biosynthesis of defense steroids in solanaceous plants discovered
The project group ‘Specialized Steroid Metabolism in Plants’ in the Department ... (16,22,26-trihydroxycholesterol), a key branching point between the synthesis of steroidal saponins and ...
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Crucial Protein Identified for Steroid Biosynthesis in Solanaceous Plants
These enzymes are responsible for the first steps in the hydroxylation of cholesterol, leading to the formation of the furostanol-aglycone (16,22,26-trihydroxycholesterol), a key branching point ...
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Protein for the synthesis of defense steroids in solanaceous plants discovered
The biosynthetic pathway of specific steroidal compounds in nightshade ... (16,22,26-trihydroxycholesterol), a key branching point between the synthesis of steroidal saponins and glycoalkaloids. Using ...