Carotenoids in Algae: Distributions, Biosyntheses and Functions
2011
Carotenoids in Algae: Distributions, Biosyntheses and Functions
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Takaichi Shinichi
Primary Institution: Nippon Medical School
Conclusion
The review summarizes the distribution, biosynthesis, and functions of carotenoids in various algal species.
Supporting Evidence
- More than 750 structurally defined carotenoids are reported from various organisms including algae.
- Carotenoids can serve as chemotaxonomic markers for different algal divisions.
- Algae-specific carotenogenesis pathways and enzymes are still largely unknown.
Takeaway
Algae make different types of pigments called carotenoids, which help them with photosynthesis and can be used to tell different types of algae apart.
Methodology
This is a review article summarizing existing research on carotenoids in algae.
Limitations
Some carotenoids were not identified due to insufficient analysis, and some algal names were updated based on new taxonomic developments.
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