image: Biosynthesis pathway of anthocyanins. view more . Credit: The authors. Anthocyanins are flavonoid compounds commonly found as glycosides in various plants, particularly in ornamental plants ...

[1] New insights into the regulation of anthocyanin biosynthesis in fruits. Trends in Plant Science (2013). [2] Plant flavonoids: Classification, distribution, biosynthesis, and antioxidant activity .

The red, purple and blue pigments in fruits, vegetables and tubers called anthocyanins can reduce the risk of diabetes by affecting energy metabolism, gut microbiota, and inflammation. A new ...

In a pioneering study, researchers have completed the chromosome-level genome assemblies for Musa ornata and Musa velutina, shedding light on the genetic underpinnings of pericarp dehiscence and ...

The final step of this part of the cholesterol biosynthesis pathway utilizes the enzyme farnesyl-diphosphate farnesyltransferase 1 to catalyze a two-step dimerization reduction of two farnesyl ...

More information: Wenwen Liu et al, VvBBX44 and VvMYBA1 form a regulatory feedback loop to balance anthocyanin biosynthesis in grape, Horticulture Research (2023). DOI: 10.1093/hr/uhad176.

Researchers have devised a sensitive and accurate analytical LC-MS technique for the seven metabolites in the melatonin biosynthesis pathway of rice shoots.