Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The demand for natural flavourings has driven a focus on enzymatic aroma production. Combining transcriptomics and aroma data unveiled a novel O-methyltransferase in Pleurotus sapidus, responsible for p-anisaldehyde formation. This enzyme catalysed the transmethylation of various aromatic compounds and a thiol nucleophile, classifying it as an O(S)-methyltransferase. The crystal structure was resolved at 2.0 Å, marking a significant milestone. These findings promise advances in natural flavour production.
Source: BIOspektrum
Authors: Fabio F. Brescia, Holger Zorn, Martin Rühl
Institution: Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Language: English
Subfield: Biotechnology
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,090
OpenAlex ID: W4402449134