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Neoxanthin prevents H2O2-induced cytotoxicity in HepG2 cells by activating endogenous antioxidant signals and suppressing apoptosis signals
BackgroundThe liver has a solid inbuilt antioxidant defense system to regulate oxidative stress. However, exposure to an excessive level of ROS...
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Multiomics analysis provides new insights into the regulatory mechanism of carotenoid biosynthesis in yellow peach peel
Carotenoids, as natural tetraterpenes, play a pivotal role in the yellow coloration of peaches and contribute to human dietary health. Despite a...
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Modulation of carotenoid biosynthesis in maize (Zea mays L.) seedlings by exogenous abscisic acid and salicylic acid under low temperature
Key messageAbscisic acid could regulate structural genes in the carotenoid biosynthesis pathway and alleviate the decrease of carotenoids in maize...
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Evaluation of selected carotenoids of Lycopersicon esculentum variants as therapeutic targets for ‘Alzheimer’s disease: an in silico approach
The seriousness and menace of the worldwide weight of ‘Alzheimer’s disease have been related to a few factors, which incorporate antioxidant system...
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Comparative Characteristics of Genes 9-Cis-Epoxycarotinoid-Dioxygenase SINCED1 and SINCED2 during the Development and Ripening of Tomato Fruit
AbstractTomato Solanum lycopersicum L. is an important agricultural crop and, at the same time, a model for studying the ontogeny of the succulent...
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Distinct growth patterns in seedling and tillering wheat plants suggests a developmentally restricted role of HYD2 in salt-stress response
Key messageMutants lacking functional HYD2 homoeologs showed improved seedling growth, but comparable or increased susceptibility to salt stress in...
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Potential assessment of Chrysanthemum flowers from various cultivars as sources of natural antioxidants and bioactive compounds
Chrysanthemum blossoms are renowned for their aesthetic appeal and have gained recognition as potential contributors to nutraceuticals,...
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Microalgae Photosynthesis for Nutrient Recovery and Value Addition
The current chapter discusses the potential applications of microalgae in various fields, including human health, nutrition, and biofuel production....
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Characterization of carotenoids, chlorophylls, total phenolic compounds, and antioxidant activity of Brassica oleracea L var. botrytis leaves from Pakistan
Brassica oleracea L. var. botrytis leaves are commonly used leafy vegetables in Pakistan; however, there is a lack of literature regarding the...
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Suppression of carotenoid cleavage dioxygenase 1 (NtCCD1) increases carotenoid contents and attenuates reactive oxygen species (ROS) in Tobacco Leaves
Despite the nutritional and economic importance of carotenoids and their products, regulation of carotenoid content in leaves remains to be fully...
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Changes in Carotenoid Profile during Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Tuber Maturation
Potato tubers are an important agricultural crop containing carotenoids, an important group of secondary plant metabolites showing positive health...
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Induction of Carotenoid Synthesis in Microalgae with Reference to Their Production Outdoors
Plants, algae, and photosynthetic bacteria all contain carotenoids, which are lipid-soluble natural compounds. They can act as both light-harvesting...
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Carotenoids and Tocopherol Profiling in Fleshy Fruits
Carotenoids and tocopherols are among the most powerful lipophilic antioxidants accumulated in fruit and vegetable crops. This chapter describes a...
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High-light modification of excitation-energy-relaxation processes in the green flagellate Euglena gracilis
Photosynthetic organisms finely tune their photosynthetic machinery including pigment compositions and antenna systems to adapt to various light...
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Carotenoid Extraction from Plant Tissues
Carotenoids are the natural pigments available in nature and exhibit different colors such as yellow, red, and orange. These are a class of...
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Water-Linked Constraints and Plant Protection Needs
Drought stressDrought stress causes waterWaterloss deficitWater deficit to plants leading to many effects that can be classified in four types:...
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Deciphering the isoprenoid pigment sequestration in silkworms and its function
The pigments play a vital role in the insect’s defence, attraction, camouflage, sun protection, photoperiodism, etc. Carotenoids are isoprenoid...
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Metabolic Response of Haematococcus lacustris under the Influence of Induced-Stress: Strategies and Exogenous Toxicity of Phenol
AbstractUnder extreme environmental conditions, Haematococcus lacustris (Girod-Chantrans) Rostafinski has shown significant accumulation of...
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Isomerization of carotenoids in photosynthesis and metabolic adaptation
In nature, carotenoids are present as trans - and cis -isomers. Various physical and chemical factors like light, heat, acids, catalytic agents, and...
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Distillation Experiments and Observations
This chapter reviews some general observations about whisky distillation, and describes a few published experiments designed to assess chemical...