One of the aims of plant in vitro culture is to produce secondary plant metabolites using plant cells and organ cultures, such as cell suspensions, adventitious, and hairy roots (among others). In cases where the biosynthesis of a compound in the plant is restricted to a specific organ, unorganized systems, such as plant cell cultures, are sometimes unsuitable for biosynthesis. Then, its production is based on the establishment of organ cultures such as roots or aerial shoots.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMore knowledge is needed about the molecular/cellular control of paclitaxel (PTX) production in spp. cell cultures. In this study, the yield of this anticancer agent in cell suspensions was improved 11-fold after elicitation with coronatine (COR) compared to the untreated cells, and 18-fold when co-supplemented with methyl-β-cyclodextrins (β-CDs).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTaxus baccata L. cell culture is a promising commercial method for the production of taxanes with anti-cancer activities. In the present study, a T.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEnvironmental conditions are key factors in the modulation of the epigenetic mechanisms regulating gene expression in plants. Specifically, the maintenance of cell cultures in optimal conditions alters methylation patterns and, consequently, their genetic transcription and metabolism. Paclitaxel production in cell cultures is reduced during its maintenance in conditions, compromising the biotechnological production of this valuable anticancer agent.
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