[Efficient biosynthesis of spermidine

Yunhai Song, Fengyu Yang, Shougang Wang, Zhiming Rao, Meijuan Xu

Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, China.Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214122, Jiangsu, China. · pubmed

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Abstract

Spermidine is a natural polyamine with autophagy-inducing properties, capable of extending lifespan, inhibiting tumors, protecting cardiovascular health, regulating neural functions, and exerting anti-inflammatory effects. It holds significant applications in agriculture, industry, and healthcare. This study focuses on the microbial synthesis of spermidine by tracing the biosynthetic pathways of its precursors. Through the overexpression of key enzymes involved in precursor synthesis, spermidine was successfully synthesized

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Research summary

The paper claims that microbial synthesis of spermidine can be enhanced through the overexpression of key enzymes. The relevance stems from spermidine's known properties in promoting autophagy and its potential role in lifespan extension and healthspan improvement.

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