A novel class of herbal compounds saiginols with strong UV-B absorbing properties
Grüne Biotechnologie
Ref.-Nr.: 0402-4816-MG
Technology
Researchers from the Max-Planck-Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology have characterized and isolated a novel class of phenylacylated flavonols, called saiginols that considerably contribute to UV-B protection in plants due to increased UV-B absorption properties. Gene manipulation causing saiginol overproduction protects plants significantly from damage induced by strong UV-B radiation (1).
Such novel, non-toxic compounds and the correlated protein capable of conferring UV-B tolerance offer the possibility to the generation of UV-B tolerant plants for increasing yield. Moreover, the identified new class of herbal compounds is suitable for the application in sunscreen and anti-aging cosmetics or could be integrated into biomaterials for the purpose of protecting an object or subject from UV-B radiation. We are currently looking for collaboration and licensing partners to further develop this technology.
Advantages
- Simple production of a novel herbal compound with strong UV-B absorbing properties
- Use of formulations and compositions comprising such compounds for the protection of biological or non-biological material
Patent Information
European priority application has been filed in June 2015. Pending patent is currently under examination in Europe, US and Australia.
Literature
(1) Tohge, T. et al., Nat. Commun. 7:12399 doi: 10.1038/ncomms12399 (2016)
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Kontaktperson
Dr. Mareike Göritz
Diplom-Chemikerin
Telefon: 089 / 29 09 19-32
E-Mail:
goeritz@max-planck-innovation.de