Diversity, astaxanthin production, and genomic analysis of Rhodotorula paludigena SP9-15

Diversity, astaxanthin production, and genomic analysis of Rhodotorula paludigena SP9-15

Astaxanthin is a carotenoid known for its powerful antioxidant properties. This study focused on isolating yeast strains capable of producing astaxanthin from flower and fruit samples collected in Thailand. Out of 115 isolates, 11 strains were identified that produced astaxanthin. Molecular identifi...

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Main Authors: Sukanya Phuengjayaem, Engkarat Kingkaew, Patcharaporn Hoondee, Pornchai Rojsitthisak, Boonchoo Sritularak, Worathat Thitikornpong, Somphob Thompho, Natapol Pornputtapong, Somboon Tanasupawat
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-07-01
Series:Heliyon
Subjects:
Astaxanthin
Biosynthetic pathway
Genome
Putative gene
Rhodotorula paludigena
Yeast
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844023054889

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