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Plants Expressing the Miraculin Protein, a Sweetener

Researchers at UH-Hilo have developed a method for expressing miraculin, a flavor-altering protein, in lettuce. The protein is found naturally in berries of the miracle berry plant, Synsepalum dulcificum, and binds to sweet receptors on the tongue, temporarily producing a sweet taste for sour foods. The genetically engineered lettuce accumulates functional...

Published: 7/20/2022 | Inventor(s): Michael Shintaku, Lukas Kambic

Keywords(s): Agriculture:Transgenics, Healthcare

Category(s): Agriculture/Aquaculture, Healthcare