The isoprenoid family represents one of the most ancient and widespread classes of
structurally and functionally rich biomolecules known to man. Although these natural …

Prenyltransferases (PTSs) are involved in the biosynthesis of terpenes with diverse
functions. Here, a novel PTS from Arabidopsis (Arabidopsis thaliana) is identified as a trans …

Terpenes (isoprenoids) represent the most functionally and structurally diverse group of
natural products. Terpenes are assembled from two building blocks, isopentenyl …

Geranyl pyrophosphate synthase (GPPS) is responsible for the formation of geranyl
pyrophosphate (GPP), a key intermediate which has the potential to derive numerous …

Populus trichocarpa is a model plant for studying plant-insect interactions on molecular and
ecological level. After herbivore feeding poplar emits a specific volatile blend comprising …