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Hoffmann TD, Kurze E, Liao J, Hoffmann T, Song C, Schwab W. Genome-wide identification of UDP-glycosyltransferases in the tea plant ( Camellia sinensis) and their biochemical and physiological functions. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2023; 14:1191625. [PMID: 37346124 PMCID: PMC10279963 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2023.1191625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/23/2023]
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Tea (Camellia sinensis) has been an immensely important commercially grown crop for decades. This is due to the presence of essential nutrients and plant secondary metabolites that exhibit beneficial health effects. UDP-glycosyltransferases (UGTs) play an important role in the diversity of such secondary metabolites by catalysing the transfer of an activated sugar donor to acceptor molecules, and thereby creating a huge variety of glycoconjugates. Only in recent years, thanks to the sequencing of the tea plant genome, have there been increased efforts to characterise the UGTs in C. sinensis to gain an understanding of their physiological role and biotechnological potential. Based on the conserved plant secondary product glycosyltransferase (PSPG) motif and the catalytically active histidine in the active site, UGTs of family 1 in C. sinensis are identified here, and shown to cluster into 21 groups in a phylogenetic tree. Building on this, our current understanding of recently characterised C. sinensis UGTs (CsUGTs) is highlighted and a discussion on future perspectives made.
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- Timothy D. Hoffmann
- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, Freising, Germany
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- State Key Laboratory of Tea Plant Biology and Utilization, Anhui Agricultural University, Hefei, Anhui, China
- International Joint Laboratory on Tea Chemistry and Health Effects, Anhui Agricultural University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, Freising, Germany
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Huang FC, Effenberger I, Fischer T, Hahn IL, Hoffmann T, Schwab W. Comparative Physicochemical and Biochemical Characterization of Small-Molecule Glucosides. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2022; 70:15972-15980. [PMID: 36475669 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.2c07312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Glycosylation of small molecules can significantly improve their physicochemical and biological properties. Only recently, decisive improvements in the biotechnological production of small-molecule glucosides (SMGs) have resulted in a large number of these compounds now being commercially available. In this study, we have analyzed a number of physical, chemical, and biological parameters of 31 SMGs, including solubility, stability, melting and pyrolysis points, partition coefficient log P, minimum inhibitory concentration against Escherichia coli (MIC), and enzymatic degradability. The properties such as water solubility, pH stability, and MICs of the glycosides were strongly dependent on the structures of the respective aglycones, which is why the SMG clustered according to their aglycones in most cases. Phenolic and furanone glucosides were readily hydrolyzed by saliva and skin microflora, whereas monoterpenol glycosides were poorer substrates for the enzymes involved. The results of this comparative analysis of SMGs provide valuable information for elucidating the biological functions of SMGs and the future technological applications of these useful natural products.
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- 4GENE, Lise-Meitner-Str. 30, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technical University Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technical University Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technical University Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany
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Bioactive compounds, antibacterial and antioxidant activities of methanol extract of Tamarindus indica Linn. Sci Rep 2022; 12:9432. [PMID: 35676439 PMCID: PMC9178027 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-13716-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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AbstractTamarindus indica is one of the tropical medicinal plants that has been attributed curative potential of numerous diseases by many rural dwellers. This study was designed to evaluate the antioxidant, antibacterial activities and also to determine the various chemical constituents responsible for its pharmacological activities. The methanol extract of Tamarindus indica fruit pulp was analyzed by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometer to determine the volatile compounds present. The antioxidant activities were performed using DPPH and FRAP method and the antibacterial activity was tested against some common pathogens by macro broth dilution method. The GCMS analysis shows the presence of 37 compounds, out of which 14 had their peak area percentages ≥ 1% and only two compounds had no reported pharmacological activities. Most of the bioactive compounds including 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (31.06%)-3-O-Methyl-d-glucose (16.31%), 1,6-anhydro-β-D-Glucopyranose (9.95%), 5-methyl-Furancarboxaldehyde (3.2%), Triethylenediamine (1.17%), 1-(2-furanyl)-1-Propcanone (2.18%), Methyl 2-furoate (3.14%), Levoglucosenone (3.21%), methyl ester-Hepta-2,4-dienoic acid, (8.85%), 2,3-dihydro-3,5-dihydrox-4H-Pyran-4-one (3.4%), O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1.fwdarw.3)-β-D-fructofuranosyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside (2.18%), n-Hexadecanoic acid (1.38%), 2-Heptanol, acetate (1.29%), 5-[(5-methyl-2-fur-2-Furancarboxaldehyde (1.08%), 3-Methyl-2-furoic acid (1.05%) and cis-Vaccenic acid (2.85%)have been reported with different activities such as antibacterial, antifungal, antitubercular, anticancer, antioxidant and other prophylactic activities. The extract demonstrated inhibitory potential against all tested pathogen. However, Plesiomonas shigellosis ATCC 15903 and Bacillus pumillus ATCC 14884 are more sensitive with the MIC of 0.22 and 0.44 mg/ml respectively. The antioxidant activity was relatively low due to the low phenolic content of the extract. This shows that there is a strong correlation between antioxidant activities and phenolic content. GC–MS analysis revealed the presence of bioactive phytoconstituents with various biological activities and this justifies the rationale behind its usage as a curative therapy by many local dwellers.
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UGT72, a Major Glycosyltransferase Family for Flavonoid and Monolignol Homeostasis in Plants. BIOLOGY 2022; 11:biology11030441. [PMID: 35336815 PMCID: PMC8945231 DOI: 10.3390/biology11030441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Revised: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 03/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Simple Summary Phenylpropanoids are specialized metabolites playing crucial roles in plant developmental processes and in plant defense towards pathogens. The attachment of sugar moieties to these small hydrophobic molecules renders them more hydrophilic and increases their solubility. The UDP-glycosyltransferase 72 family (UGT72) of plants has been shown to glycosylate mainly two classes of phenylpropanoids, (i) the monolignols that are the building blocks of lignin, the second most abundant polymer after cellulose, and (ii) the flavonoids, which play determinant roles in plant interactions with other organisms and in response to stress. The purpose of this review is to bring an overview of the current knowledge of the UGT72 family and to highlight its role in the homeostasis of these molecules. Potential applications in pharmacology and in wood, paper pulp, and bioethanol production are given within the perspectives. Abstract Plants have developed the capacity to produce a diversified range of specialized metabolites. The glycosylation of those metabolites potentially decreases their toxicity while increasing their stability and their solubility, modifying their transport and their storage. The UGT, forming the largest glycosyltransferase superfamily in plants, combine enzymes that glycosylate mainly hormones and phenylpropanoids by using UDP-sugar as a sugar donor. Particularly, members of the UGT72 family have been shown to glycosylate the monolignols and the flavonoids, thereby being involved in their homeostasis. First, we explore primitive UGTs in algae and liverworts that are related to the angiosperm UGT72 family and their role in flavonoid homeostasis. Second, we describe the role of several UGT72s glycosylating monolignols, some of which have been associated with lignification. In addition, the role of other UGT72 members that glycosylate flavonoids and are involved in the development and/or stress response is depicted. Finally, the importance to explore the subcellular localization of UGTs to study their roles in planta is discussed.
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Shcherban ND, Barakov RY, Sergiienko SA, Eränen K, Wärnå J, Murzin DY. Furfural Oxidation with Hydrogen Peroxide Over ZSM-5 Based Micro-Mesoporous Aluminosilicates. Catal Letters 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s10562-021-03899-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AbstractMicro-mesoporous aluminosilicates based on ZSM-5 zeolite, obtained by a dual template method, as well as in the presence of a dual-functional template (i.e. a Gemini-type surfactant), were tested in the oxidation of furfural with hydrogen peroxide. Even substantial changes in acidity and porosity of the catalysts result in minor variations of selectivity towards the desired products. Application of the synthesized zeolite-based materials in the oxidation of furfural with hydrogen peroxide leads to formation of 2(5H)-furanone (yield up to 28.5%) and succinic acid (up to 19.5%) as the main C4 reaction products. The kinetic model developed previously to treat the results for oxidation of furfural over sulfated zirconia was able to describe the data also for micro-mesoporous aluminosilicates.
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Kurze E, Ruß V, Syam N, Effenberger I, Jonczyk R, Liao J, Song C, Hoffmann T, Schwab W. Glucosylation of (±)-Menthol by Uridine-Diphosphate-Sugar Dependent Glucosyltransferases from Plants. Molecules 2021; 26:5511. [PMID: 34576983 PMCID: PMC8470988 DOI: 10.3390/molecules26185511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Revised: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Menthol is a cyclic monoterpene alcohol of the essential oils of plants of the genus Mentha, which is in demand by various industries due to its diverse sensorial and physiological properties. However, its poor water solubility and its toxic effect limit possible applications. Glycosylation offers a solution as the binding of a sugar residue to small molecules increases their water solubility and stability, renders aroma components odorless and modifies bioactivity. In order to identify plant enzymes that catalyze this reaction, a glycosyltransferase library containing 57 uridine diphosphate sugar-dependent enzymes (UGTs) was screened with (±)-menthol. The identity of the products was confirmed by mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Five enzymes were able to form (±)-menthyl-β-d-glucopyranoside in whole-cell biotransformations: UGT93Y1, UGT93Y2, UGT85K11, UGT72B27 and UGT73B24. In vitro enzyme activity assays revealed highest catalytic activity for UGT93Y1 (7.6 nkat/mg) from Camellia sinensis towards menthol and its isomeric forms. Although UGT93Y2 shares 70% sequence identity with UGT93Y1, it was less efficient. Of the five enzymes, UGT93Y1 stood out because of its high in vivo and in vitro biotransformation rate. The identification of novel menthol glycosyltransferases from the tea plant opens new perspectives for the biotechnological production of menthyl glucoside.
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- Elisabeth Kurze
- Biotechnology of Natural Products, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (E.K.); (V.R.); (N.S.); (R.J.); (J.L.); (T.H.)
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (E.K.); (V.R.); (N.S.); (R.J.); (J.L.); (T.H.)
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (E.K.); (V.R.); (N.S.); (R.J.); (J.L.); (T.H.)
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (E.K.); (V.R.); (N.S.); (R.J.); (J.L.); (T.H.)
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (E.K.); (V.R.); (N.S.); (R.J.); (J.L.); (T.H.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Tea Plant Biology and Utilization, International Joint Laboratory on Tea Chemistry and Health Effects, Anhui Agricultural University, Hefei 230036, China;
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (E.K.); (V.R.); (N.S.); (R.J.); (J.L.); (T.H.)
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, School of Life Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Str. 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (E.K.); (V.R.); (N.S.); (R.J.); (J.L.); (T.H.)
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Biosynthesis of pleasant aroma by enokitake (Flammulina velutipes) with a potential use in a novel tea drink. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2020.110646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Sun G, Putkaradze N, Bohnacker S, Jonczyk R, Fida T, Hoffmann T, Bernhardt R, Härtl K, Schwab W. Six Uridine-Diphosphate Glycosyltransferases Catalyze the Glycosylation of Bioactive C 13-Apocarotenols. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY 2020; 184:1744-1761. [PMID: 33020252 PMCID: PMC7723086 DOI: 10.1104/pp.20.00953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Accepted: 09/23/2020] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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C13-apocarotenoids (norisoprenoids) are carotenoid-derived oxidation products that perform important physiological functions in plants. Although their biosynthetic pathways have been extensively studied, their metabolism including glycosylation remains poorly understood. Candidate uridine-diphosphate glycosyltransferase genes (UGTs) were selected based on their high transcript abundance in comparison with other UGTs in vegetative tissues of Nicotiana benthamiana and peppermint (Mentha × piperita), as these tissues are rich sources of apocarotenoid glucosides. Hydroxylated C13-apocarotenol substrates were produced by P450-catalyzed biotransformation and microbial/plant enzyme systems were established for the synthesis of glycosides. Natural substrates were identified by physiological aglycone libraries prepared from isolated plant glycosides. In total, we identified six UGTs that catalyze the glucosylation of C13-apocarotenols, where Glc is bound either to the cyclohexene ring or the butane side chain. MpUGT86C10 is a superior novel enzyme that catalyzes the glucosylation of allelopathic 3-hydroxy-α-damascone, 3-oxo-α-ionol, 3-oxo-7,8-dihydro-α-ionol (Blumenol C), and 3-hydroxy-7,8-dihydro-β-ionol, whereas a germination test demonstrated the higher phytotoxic potential of a norisoprenoid glucoside in comparison to its aglycone. Glycosylation of C13-apocarotenoids has several functions in plants, including increased allelopathic activity of the aglycone, facilitating exudation by roots and allowing symbiosis with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. The results enable in-depth analysis of the roles of glycosylated norisoprenoid allelochemicals, the physiological functions of apocarotenoids during arbuscular mycorrhizal colonization, and the associated maintenance of carotenoid homeostasis.
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- Guangxin Sun
- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Institut für Biochemie, Universität des Saarlandes, D-66123 Saarbrücken, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Institut für Biochemie, Universität des Saarlandes, D-66123 Saarbrücken, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technische Universität München, 85354 Freising, Germany
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Diez-Simon C, Eichelsheim C, Mumm R, Hall RD. Chemical and Sensory Characteristics of Soy Sauce: A Review. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2020; 68:11612-11630. [PMID: 32880168 PMCID: PMC7581291 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.0c04274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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Soy sauce is a fermented product, and its flavor is a complex mixture of individual senses which, in combination, create a strong palatable condiment for many Eastern and Western dishes. This Review focuses on our existing knowledge of the chemical compounds present in soy sauce and their potential relevance to the flavor profile. Taste is dominated by umami and salty sensations. Free amino acids, nucleotides, and small peptides are among the most important taste-active compounds. Aroma is characterized by caramel-like, floral, smoky, malty, and cooked potato-like odors. Aroma-active volatiles are chemically diverse including acids, alcohols, aldehydes, esters, furanones, pyrazines, and S-compounds. The origin of all compounds relates to both the raw ingredients and starter cultures used as well as the parameters applied during production. We are only just starting to help develop innovative studies where we can combine different analytical platforms and chemometric analysis to link flavor attributes to chemical composition.
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- Carmen Diez-Simon
- Laboratory
of Plant Physiology, Wageningen University
and Research, Droevendaalsesteeg 1, Wageningen 6708 PB, The Netherlands
- Netherlands
Metabolomics Centre, Einsteinweg 55, Leiden 2333 CC, The Netherlands
- Tel.: +31 619958550.
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- Laboratory
of Plant Physiology, Wageningen University
and Research, Droevendaalsesteeg 1, Wageningen 6708 PB, The Netherlands
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- Netherlands
Metabolomics Centre, Einsteinweg 55, Leiden 2333 CC, The Netherlands
- Wageningen
Research (Bioscience), Wageningen University
and Research, Droevendaalsesteeg 1, Wageningen 6708 PB, The Netherlands
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- Laboratory
of Plant Physiology, Wageningen University
and Research, Droevendaalsesteeg 1, Wageningen 6708 PB, The Netherlands
- Netherlands
Metabolomics Centre, Einsteinweg 55, Leiden 2333 CC, The Netherlands
- Wageningen
Research (Bioscience), Wageningen University
and Research, Droevendaalsesteeg 1, Wageningen 6708 PB, The Netherlands
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Scheibenzuber S, Hoffmann T, Effenberger I, Schwab W, Asam S, Rychlik M. Enzymatic Synthesis of Modified Alternaria Mycotoxins Using a Whole-Cell Biotransformation System. Toxins (Basel) 2020; 12:toxins12040264. [PMID: 32326012 PMCID: PMC7232528 DOI: 10.3390/toxins12040264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2020] [Revised: 04/15/2020] [Accepted: 04/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Reference standards for Alternaria mycotoxins are rarely available, especially the modified mycotoxins alternariol-3-glucoside (AOH-3-G), alternariol-9-glucoside (AOH-9-G), and alternariol monomethylether-3-glucoside (AME-3-G). To obtain these three glucosides as analytical standards for method development and method validation, alternariol and alternariol monomethylether were enzymatically glycosylated in a whole-cell biotransformation system using a glycosyltransferase from strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa), namely UGT71A44, expressed in Escherichia coli (E. coli). The formed glucosides were isolated, purified, and structurally characterized. The exact amount of the isolated compounds was determined using high-performance liquid chromatography with UV-detection (HPLC-UV) and quantitative nuclear resonance spectroscopy (qNMR). This method has proved to be highly effective with biotransformation rates of 58% for AOH-3-G, 5% for AOH-9-G, and 24% for AME-3-G.
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- Sophie Scheibenzuber
- Chair of Analytical Food Chemistry, Technical University of Munich, Maximus-von-Imhof Forum 2, 85354 Freising, Germany; (S.S.); (S.A.)
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Straße 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (T.H.); (W.S.)
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- Biotechnology of Natural Products, Technical University of Munich, Liesel-Beckmann-Straße 1, 85354 Freising, Germany; (T.H.); (W.S.)
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- Chair of Analytical Food Chemistry, Technical University of Munich, Maximus-von-Imhof Forum 2, 85354 Freising, Germany; (S.S.); (S.A.)
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- Chair of Analytical Food Chemistry, Technical University of Munich, Maximus-von-Imhof Forum 2, 85354 Freising, Germany; (S.S.); (S.A.)
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