Publications by authors named "Marcus Straeten"
Article Synopsis
- Fusarium secondary metabolites are diverse and complex, particularly the mycelial pigment bikaverin, which is produced by the polyketide synthase gene bik1.
- Five adjacent genes (bik2 to bik6) were identified as essential for bikaverin production, with deletion of these genes leading to a loss or reduction in synthesis.
- Expression of bik genes is regulated by nitrogen levels, pH, and an intricate regulatory network, suggesting that multiple factors influence the production of this secondary metabolite.
