Pectin Esterification Degree in the Bioavailability of Non-heme Iron in Women

2017 ◽  
Vol 181 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Jaramillo ◽  
Paulina Molina ◽  
Lautaro Briones ◽  
Sebastián Flores ◽  
Manuel Olivares ◽  
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2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher John ◽  
Greg M. Swain ◽  
Robert P. Hausinger ◽  
Denis A. Proshlyakov

2-Oxoglutarate (2OG)-dependent dioxygenases catalyze C-H activation while performing a wide range of chemical transformations. In contrast to their heme analogues, non-heme iron centers afford greater structural flexibility with important implications for their diverse catalytic mechanisms. We characterize an <i>in situ</i> structural model of the putative transient ferric intermediate of 2OG:taurine dioxygenase (TauD) by using a combination of spectroelectrochemical and semi-empirical computational methods, demonstrating that the Fe (III/II) transition involves a substantial, fully reversible, redox-linked conformational change at the active site. This rearrangement alters the apparent redox potential of the active site between -127 mV for reduction of the ferric state and 171 mV for oxidation of the ferrous state of the 2OG-Fe-TauD complex. Structural perturbations exhibit limited sensitivity to mediator concentrations and potential pulse duration. Similar changes were observed in the Fe-TauD and taurine-2OG-Fe-TauD complexes, thus attributing the reorganization to the protein moiety rather than the cosubstrates. Redox difference infrared spectra indicate a reorganization of the protein backbone in addition to the involvement of carboxylate and histidine ligands. Quantitative modeling of the transient redox response using two alternative reaction schemes across a variety of experimental conditions strongly supports the proposal for intrinsic protein reorganization as the origin of the experimental observations.


2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manoj Kumar Dhar ◽  
Sonal Mishra ◽  
Archana Bhat ◽  
Sudha Chib ◽  
Sanjana Kaul

Abstract A plant communicates within itself and with the outside world by deploying an array of agents that include several attractants by virtue of their color and smell. In this category, the contribution of ‘carotenoids and apocarotenoids’ is very significant. Apocarotenoids, the carotenoid-derived compounds, show wide representation among organisms. Their biosynthesis occurs by oxidative cleavage of carotenoids, a high-value reaction, mediated by carotenoid cleavage oxygenases or carotenoid cleavage dioxygenases (CCDs)—a family of non-heme iron enzymes. Structurally, this protein family displays wide diversity but is limited in its distribution among plants. Functionally, this protein family has been recognized to offer a role in phytohormones, volatiles and signal production. Further, their wide presence and clade-specific functional disparity demands a comprehensive account. This review focuses on the critical assessment of CCDs of higher plants, describing recent progress in their functional aspects and regulatory mechanisms, domain architecture, classification and localization. The work also highlights the relevant discussion for further exploration of this multi-prospective protein family for the betterment of its functional understanding and improvement of crops.


Author(s):  
Yuxuan Ye ◽  
Haigen Fu ◽  
Todd K Hyster

Abstract Radical cyclizations are essential reactions in the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites and the chemical synthesis of societally valuable molecules. In this review, we highlight the general mechanisms utilized in biocatalytic radical cyclizations. We specifically highlight cytochrome P450 monooxygenases (P450s) involved in the biosynthesis of mycocyclosin and vancomycin, non-heme iron- and α-ketoglutarate-dependent dioxygenases (Fe/αKGDs) used in the biosynthesis of kainic acid, scopolamine, and isopenicillin N, and radical S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) enzymes that facilitate the biosynthesis of oxetanocin A, menaquinone, and F420. Beyond natural mechanisms, we also examine repurposed flavin-dependent ‘ene’-reductases (ERED) for non-natural radical cyclization. Overall, these general mechanisms underscore the opportunity for enzymes to augment and enhance the synthesis of complex molecules using radical mechanisms.


1968 ◽  
Vol 243 (23) ◽  
pp. 6262-6272 ◽  
Author(s):  
J N Tsunoda ◽  
K T Yasunobu ◽  
H R Whiteley

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandip Munshi ◽  
Rahul Dev Jana ◽  
Tapan Kanti Paine

The ability of four mononuclear non-heme iron(IV)-oxo complexes supported by nitrogen donor polydentate ligands in degrading organic pollutants has been investigated. The water soluble iron(II) complexes upon treatment with ceric...


2000 ◽  
Vol 122 (7) ◽  
pp. 1556-1557 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ross E. Whitwam ◽  
Joachim Ahlert ◽  
Theodore R. Holman ◽  
Mark Ruppen ◽  
Jon S. Thorson
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