| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5166858 | Phytochemistry | 2008 | 16 Pages |
Abstract
The biosynthesis, catabolism and function of caffeine, theobromine and other purine alkaloids are reviewed. Genetic engineering studies which have produced coffee beans with a reduce caffeine content and transgenic caffeine-producing tobacco plants with enhanced disease resistance are discussed.
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Authors
Hiroshi Ashihara, Hiroshi Sano, Alan Crozier,