Year: 2011
Type: article
Abstract: Chalcone synthase (CHS, EC 2.3.1.74) is a key enzyme of the flavonoid/isoflavonoid biosynthesis pathway. Besides being part of the plant developmental program the CHS gene expression is induced in plants under stress conditions such as UV light, bacterial or fungal infection. CHS expression causes accumulation of flavonoid and isoflavonoid phytoalexins and is involved in the salicylic acid defense pathway. This review will discuss CHS and its function in plant resistance.
Source: Phytochemistry Reviews
Authors: T. T. H. Dao, H. J. M. Linthorst, R. Verpoorte
Institutions: Leiden University, Hanoi University of Pharmacy
Language: English
Subfield: Molecular Biology
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $4,790
OpenAlex ID: W2155569764