Steroid Chemistry and Biochemistry
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This cluster of papers focuses on the microbial transformation and degradation of steroids, particularly cholesterol, by various microorganisms such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis and actinobacteria. It explores the enzymatic processes involved in steroid metabolism, including the role of cholesterol oxidase and 3-ketosteroid dehydrogenases. The cluster also delves into the biotechnological applications and potential biotransformation of steroids for drug development.
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steroid synthesis; steroid metabolism; pregnane derivatives; Rhodococcus erythropolis; steroid chemistry; steroid hydroxylation; fungal biotransformation; androstane derivatives; steroid analogues; Rhodococcus ruber; cholestane derivatives; steroid derivatives; steroid structure; cholesterol derivatives; cholesterol oxidase; steroid transformation; hydroxy steroids; steroid epoxides; steroid oxidation; steroid degradation; steroid biotransformation; 19-nor steroids; steroid alcohols; steroid ketones; cholestane
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Morton address: 38293844671898115 · morton4x16-v1
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