#biosynthesis

3 articles tagged with "biosynthesis"

Breakthrough in Understanding Nicotine Biosynthesis in Wild Tobacco

A recent study has mapped the final steps of nicotine biosynthesis in wild tobacco, providing insights that could impact agriculture and therapeutic applications.

editorial-staff about 18 hours ago

Life

Briefing: Why a potential anti-cancer agent stalled in trials: New enzyme insights may boost yield and purity

Strategic angle: Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have deciphered key steps in the biosynthetic mechanism of fostriecin, a potential anti-cancer agent.

editorial-staff 12 days ago

Life

Briefing: Mystery of quinine biosynthesis solved with newly discovered enzymes

Strategic angle: For over 350 years, quinine has been a crucial medicine against malaria, and new findings may enhance our understanding of its production.

editorial-staff 24 days ago