Identifying the gene that encodes an important enzyme in apiin biosynthesis (IMAGE)
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Apiin is naturally produced by many plants and is believed to have medicinal applications. Now, scientists have finally identified the gene that codes for apiosyltransferase, the enzyme that performs the final modification step during apiin synthesis. These findings will enable us to develop platforms to produce large amounts of apiin, which in turn will help us clarify its properties and natural functions.
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Takeshi Ishimizu from Ritsumeikan University
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