Light-dependent transformation of anthranilate to indole by Rhodobacter sphaeroides OU5
Light-dependent transformation of anthranilate to indole by Rhodobacter sphaeroides OU5
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2000-01-01
Authors
Nanda Devi, P.
Sasikala, C.
Ramana, C. V.
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Abstract
Rhodobacter sphaeroides OU5 transformed anthranilate (2 mM) to an indole (0.7 mM) in a light-dependent process. Photobiotransformation was enhanced by tricarboxylic acid cycle intermediates and the indole formed was identified as 2,3 dihydroxy indole.
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Anthranilate,
Indole,
Photobiotransformation,
Rhodobacter sphaeroides
Citation
Journal of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology. v.24(3)