Biosynthesis of polyketide synthase extender units

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Yolande A. Chan · University of Wisconsin–Madison

Angela M. Podevels · University of Wisconsin–Madison

Brian M. Kevany · University of Wisconsin–Madison

Michael G. Thomas · University of Wisconsin–Madison

Abstract

This review covers the biosynthesis of extender units that are utilized for the assembly of polyketides by polyketide synthases. The metabolic origins of each of the currently known polyketide synthase extender units are covered.

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Microbial Natural Products and Biosynthesis Microbial Metabolites in Food Biotechnology Enzyme Production and Characterization

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Published in: Natural Product Reports

Volume 26, Issue 1, pp. 90-114

DOI: 10.1039/b801658p

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Biosynthesis of polyketide synthase extender units

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