Anthocyanins Biosynthesis, Functions, and Applications /

• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Other Authors: Winefield, Chris (Editor), Davies, Kevin (Editor), Gould, Kevin (Editor)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: New York, NY : Springer New York, 2009.
• Subjects: Life sciences.; Food > Biotechnology.; Nutrition.; Plant biochemistry.; Plant science.; Botany.; Life Sciences.; Plant Sciences.; Plant Biochemistry.; Food Science.

In recent years, knowledge of anthocyanin pigments has undergone unprecedented expansion. Indeed, the molecular genetic control of anthocyanin biosynthesis is now one of the best understood of all secondary metabolic pathways. Advances in analytical technology have led to the discovery of many novel...

Table of Contents:

• Anthocyanin Function in Vegetative Organs
• Role of Anthocyanins in Plant Defence
• Modifying Anthocyanin Production in Flowers
• Prevalence and Functions of Anthocyanins in Fruits
• Anthocyanin Biosynthesis in Plant Cell Cultures: A Potential Source of Natural Colourants
• Modification and Stabilization of Anthocyanins
• Flavonoid Biotransformations in Microorganisms
• Biosynthesis and Manipulation of Flavonoids in Forage Legumes
• Anthocyanins as Food Colorants
• Interactions Between Flavonoids that Benefit Human Health.