Carotenoids In Photosynthesis

Author : A. Young,G. Britton
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
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Release : 2012-10-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9401049424

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Carotenoids in Photosynthesis by A. Young,G. Britton Pdf

Significant developments in recent years have led to a deeper understanding of the role and function of carotenoids in photosynthesis. For the first time the biological, biochemical, and chemical aspects of the role of these pigments in photosynthesis are brought together in one comprehensive reference volume. Chapters focus on the photochemistry of carotenoids in light harvesting and photoprotection, the nature and distribution of carotenoids in photosynthetic organisms, their biosynthesis, the herbicidal inhibition of carotenogenesis and the `xanthophyll cycle'. Throughout details are given of the various methodologies used. A detailed appendix provides physical data for the major compounds. Carotenoids in Photosynthesis is an invaluable reference source for all plant scientists.

Author : A. Young,G. Britton
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401121248

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Carotenoids in Photosynthesis by A. Young,G. Britton Pdf

Significant developments in recent years have led to a deeper understanding of the role and function of carotenoids in photosynthesis. For the first time the biological, biochemical, and chemical aspects of the role of these pigments in photosynthesis are brought together in one comprehensive reference volume. Chapters focus on the photochemistry of carotenoids in light harvesting and photoprotection, the nature and distribution of carotenoids in photosynthetic organisms, their biosynthesis, the herbicidal inhibition of carotenogenesis and the `xanthophyll cycle'. Throughout details are given of the various methodologies used. A detailed appendix provides physical data for the major compounds. Carotenoids in Photosynthesis is an invaluable reference source for all plant scientists.

Author : Claudia Stange
Publisher : Springer
Page : 457 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319391267

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Carotenoids in Nature by Claudia Stange Pdf

This comprehensive, edited book explores carotenoids and their important functional roles in yeast, bacteria and plants and a profound exposition on the structures of carotenoid molecules, focusing in the first of three parts on the biosynthesis of carotenoids. The regulation of carotenoid biosynthesis in photosynthesis as well as in plant, fruits, storage roots and algae is central to the second part, and discoveries about the function of carotenoids in human health feature in the third and final part. Many helpful illustrations, explanations, overviews and examples help to bring readers up to date on relevant themes including carotenogenic genes, carotenoids in fruits and metabolic engineering. The book explores where carotenoids are synthesized in nature, including in carrots and algae. Contributing expert authors examine enzyme functions and plant models, and analyze the structure of carotenoid molecules. The function of carotenoids in photosynthesis and in photosynthetic organs as well as during fruit ripening are then explored. A whole chapter is dedicated to the latest research on apocarotenoids and further chapters cover interesting and novel themes on plastid development and the epigenetic regulation that affects carotenoid synthesis in plants. The metabolic engineering of carotenoids that has been done in fruits, plants, and seeds is another area that readers can explore, along with evidences on the function of carotenoids in human nutrition, as antioxidants, as in the control of lipid metabolism and in the absorption of carotenoids. This is a highly informative and wide-ranging work which will update researchers in the field, as well as supporting students of plant physiology and biotechnology, as supplementary reading.

Author : Mohammad Pessarakli
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1058 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1996-09-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 0824797086

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Handbook of Photosynthesis, Second Edition by Mohammad Pessarakli Pdf

"Details all of the photosynthetic factors and processes under both normal and stressful conditions--covering lower and higher plants as well as related biochemistry and plant molecular biology. Contains authoritative contributions from over 125 experts in the field from 28 countries, and includes almost 500 drawings, photographs, micrographs, tables, and equations--reinforcing and clarifying important text material."

Author : H.A. Frank,A. Young,G. Britton,Richard J. Cogdell
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2006-04-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780306482090

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The Photochemistry of Carotenoids by H.A. Frank,A. Young,G. Britton,Richard J. Cogdell Pdf

Written by leading experts in the area of carotenoid research, this book gives a comprehensive overview of a various topics in the field. The contributions review the basic hypotheses about how carotenoids function and give details regarding testing different molecular models using state-of-the-art experimental methodologies.

Author : T. Goodwin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400958609

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The Biochemistry of the Carotenoids by T. Goodwin Pdf

The carotenoids are not only amongst the most widespread of the naturally occurring groups of pigments, but probably also have the most varied functions; witness their known roles in photokinetic responses of plants, in phototropic responses of fish and as vitamin A precursors in mammals and birds. Pigments with such wide distribution and such diverse functions are obviously of great interest to biological scientists with very different specializa tions, especially as it is unlikely that the study of the functions of carotenoids is anywhere near complete. The primary aim of the present work is to discuss the distribution, bio genesis and function of the carotenoids throughout the plant and animal kingdoms in such a way that, because of, rather than in spite of its bio chemical bias, it will be of value to workers interested in all the biological aspects of these pigments. The biochemical approach is considered the most effective because, generally speaking, most progress in the study of carotenoids in living material has been achieved using biochemical techniques, be they applied by zoologists, botanists, entomologists, microbiologists or other specialists; what is even more important is that a consideration of the present position makes it certain that further fundamental progress will also be made along biochemical lines.

Author : N.I. Krinsky,M.M. MathewsRoss,R.F. Taylor
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461308492

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Carotenoids by N.I. Krinsky,M.M. MathewsRoss,R.F. Taylor Pdf

In the mid-1960's, scientists working on carotenoids throughout the World agreed to have periodic meetings for the purpose of discussing and disseminating scientific research results concerning all aspects of carotenoids. The meetings were also organized to act as teaching forums for students, and the major scientific results from each meeting were to result in a publication. Each meeting was planned to be International in scope, being held in different locations in the World, and organized by local, recognized carotenoid scientists. The first of the Carotenoid meetings was held in Trondheim, Norway in 1966. Meetings then followed in Las Cuces, New Mexico (1969); Cluj, Roumania (1972); Berne, Switzerland (1975); Madison, Wisconsin (1978); Liverpool; England (1981); and Munich, Federal Republic of Germany (1984). In all of these meetings, the original purposes which stimulated the first meeting were accomplished: scientific discussion, student education and resulting scientific publication.The meetings and the i~formation resulting from them have led to significant advances in carotenoid biochemistry, biology, and chemisty. This publication represents the contributions from a distinguished list of participants. We look forward to the future meetings in this series.

Author : George Britton,Synnove Liaaen-Jensen,Hanspeter Pfander
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2008-11-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783764374990

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Carotenoids, Vol. 4: Natural Functions by George Britton,Synnove Liaaen-Jensen,Hanspeter Pfander Pdf

The Carotenoids book series provides an introduction to the fundamental chemistry, detailed accounts of the basic methods used in carotenoid research, and critical discussions of the biochemistry, functions and applications of carotenoids. Part 1 discusses the fundamental properties on which the biological functions and effects of carotenoids depend. Part 2 describes important natural functions of carotenoids in all kinds of living organisms.

Author : C. Sybesma
Publisher : Springer
Page : 857 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-12-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401763684

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Advances in Photosynthesis Research by C. Sybesma Pdf

The Sixth International Congress on Photosynthesis took place from 1 to 6 August 1983, on the Campus of the "Vrije Universiteit Brussel", in Brussels, Belgium. These Proceedings contain most of the scientific contributions offered during the Congress. The Brussels Congress was the largest thus far held in the series of International Congresses on Photosynthesis. It counted over 1100 active participants. The organizers tried to minimize the disadvantages of such a large size by making maximum use of the facili ties available on a university campus. Most contributions were offered in the form of posters which were displayed in a substantial number of classrooms. The discussion sessions, twice a day, four or five in parallel, took place in lecture rooms in the very vicinity of these classrooms. In this way it was attempted to generate the atmosphere of a small meeting. The unity of the subject Photosynthesis was preserved in the ten plenary lectures, organ1sed in such a way that a general overview of two diverse topics was given every day. In addition, there were the five times four parallel symposia dealing with some six teen general topics. Every editor of proceedings of a congress is faced with the problem of editing and arranging the contributions, a problem compounded by the wide diversity and the large number of the 753 manuscripts.

Author : Jeana Gross
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461520337

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Pigments in Vegetables by Jeana Gross Pdf

Author : Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq,Saikat Dewanjee,Muhammad Riaz
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 862 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030464592

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Carotenoids: Structure and Function in the Human Body by Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq,Saikat Dewanjee,Muhammad Riaz Pdf

Plants produce chemicals as part of their normal metabolic activities. These include primary metabolites found in all plants, such as sugars and fats, as well as secondary metabolites, which can have therapeutic effects in humans and be refined to produce drugs. Plants synthesize a bewildering variety of phytochemicals, but most are derivatives of a few biochemical motifs. Numerous herbal-derived substances have been evaluated for their therapeutic potential. These include alkaloids, coumarins, saponins, plant pigments and flavonoids. Flavonoids, carotenoids and anthocyanins are probably the best known of these substances due to their antioxidant properties. Carotenoids: Structure and Function in the Human Body presents comprehensive coverage of carotenoids. The text covers the scientific literature and clinical significance of this organic pigment, with an emphasis on its therapeutic potential. The authors approach carotenoids from a range of perspectives, from their structural and physicochemical properties to their distribution in nature, interaction with the human metabolism, and use as a coloring agent in various products. The intake, metabolism and secretion of anthocyanins in the human body are covered in-depth, as are the biosynthetic pathways through which these compounds are synthesized in the natural system. Factors affecting stability and extraction are listed, and health-related uses and biological activities are covered in great detail. Present and future trends in carotenoid research are also presented. This book provides a solid background in carotenoids for researchers and professionals in food science, food technology, nutrition, biology, chemistry and medical sciences.

Author : Herbert Jasper Dutton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1940
Category : Carotenoids
ISBN : WISC:89011294220

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The Contribution to Photosynthesis of Light Energy Absorbed by Carotenoids in the Diatom Nitzschia Closterium by Herbert Jasper Dutton Pdf

Author : Dragan Cvetkovic,Goran Nikolic
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789535132110

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Carotenoids by Dragan Cvetkovic,Goran Nikolic Pdf

Carotenoids are one of the most widespread pigment groups distributed in nature; more than 700 natural carotenoids have been described so far. These pigments are known for versatile roles they play in living organisms; however, their most pivotal function is involvement in scavenging of reactive oxygen species and photoprotection. In the same time, carotenoids as natural pigments with important biological activities, such as antioxidant and provitamin A activity, have a great potential in the food, feed and pharmaceutical industries. They can be either extracted from plants and algae or synthesized by various microorganisms, including bacteria, yeasts, filamentous fungi and microalgae.

Author : Eduardo Jacob-Lopes,Maria Isabel Queiroz,Leila Queiroz Zepka
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 653 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030509712

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Pigments from Microalgae Handbook by Eduardo Jacob-Lopes,Maria Isabel Queiroz,Leila Queiroz Zepka Pdf

The Pigments from Microalgae Handbook presents the current state of knowledge on pigment production using microalgae-based processes, and covers both the scientific fundamentals of this technology and its practical applications. It addresses biology, chemistry, biochemistry, analysis and engineering aspects, as well as applications of natural pigments in photosynthetic organisms. The book also describes the analytical procedures associated with the characterization of pigments and the engineering aspects of microalgal pigment production. It considers the three major classes of pigments(chlorophylls, carotenoids and phycobiliproteins) produced and surveys the main commercial applications of these chemicals. The book offers a valuable source of information for industrial researchers and practitioners in industrial biotechnology, as it covers various engineering aspects of microalgal pigment production, such as bioreactors and bioprocesses, industrial extraction processes, and the bioeconomy of production including life-cycle assessment. The book will also be of interest to undergraduate and graduate students of biochemistry, food chemistry, and industrial microbiology.

Author : Leila Queiroz Zepka,Eduardo Jacob-Lopes,Veridiana Vera De Rosso
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-09-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781789237160

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Progress in Carotenoid Research by Leila Queiroz Zepka,Eduardo Jacob-Lopes,Veridiana Vera De Rosso Pdf

The book "Progress in Carotenoid Research" presents an authoritative and comprehensive overview of the biology, biochemistry, and chemistry of carotenoids. Divided into 14 discrete parts, this book covers topics on basic science and applied technology of carotenoid molecules. This book provides an insight into future developments in each field and has an extensive bibliography. It will be an essential resource for researchers and academic and industry professionals in the natural pigment field.