as a Platform for Punicic Acid Production.

Punicic acid (PuA) is a polyunsaturated fatty acid with significant medical, biological, and nutraceutical properties. The primary source of punicic acid is the pomegranate seed oil obtained from fruits of trees that are mainly cultivated in subtropical and tropical climates. To establish sustainable production of PuA, various recombinant microorganisms and plants have been explored as platforms with limited efficiencies.

Enhancing very long chain fatty acids production in Yarrowia lipolytica.

Background: Very long chain fatty acids (VLCFA) and their derivatives are industrially attractive compounds. The most important are behenic acid (C22:0) and erucic acid (C22:1Δ), which are used as lubricants, and moisturizers. C22:0 and C22:1Δ have also potential for biofuel production.