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Genetic engineering of lignin biosynthesis to enhance plant traits: applications in bioenergy, agriculture, and industry- a review


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Shaharuddin, Noor Azmi Bin and Chong, Yu Lok Yusuf and Azhari, Mohd Farhan and Hilman, Mohamad Shafek and Abdullah, Meilina Ong and Abdul Masani, Mat Yunus (2024) Genetic engineering of lignin biosynthesis to enhance plant traits: applications in bioenergy, agriculture, and industry- a review. Gading Journal of Science and Technology, 7 (2). pp. 73-84. ISSN 2637-0018

Abstract

Lignin is the second most prevalent metabolite in plants after cellulose. It is a complex polymer that functions as a "backbone" for plants, providing mechanical support for stability and acting as a defense mechanism against pathogens and pests. The production of lignin involves the phenylpropanoid pathway, which generates several natural compounds that can be found in plants, including those in the lignin biosynthetic pathway. Throughout the decade, the production of lignin has become a major topic in enhancing plant traits due to its unique properties. Genetic engineering has paved the way for researchers to study lignin more effectively, offering potential benefits for the production of crops with improved traits. Tools such as CRISPR/Cas9 and RNA interference (RNAi) technology have made lignin studies more efficient, helping industries like agriculture and bioenergy become more sustainable. This review highlights genetic engineering approaches to lignin biosynthesis and their applications in the bioenergy and agricultural industries.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences
Publisher: The Malaysian Solid State Science and Technology Society (MASS)
Keywords: Genetic engineering; Lignin; Phenylpropanoid pathway; CRISPR/Cas9; MYB
Depositing User: Ms. Zaimah Saiful Yazan
Date Deposited: 08 Jul 2025 00:25
Last Modified: 08 Jul 2025 00:25
URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/118337
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