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VOL. 10, ISSUE 2 (2024)
Elegance in Ecology: Unveiling Mycosporine-like Amino Acids (MAAs) Allocation, Applications, Patterns, and Implications
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Prathima R, Avipsa Hazra, Nandini G, Kanthesh M Basalingappa*
Abstract
The ecological presence of Mycosporine-like Amino Acids (MAAs)
represents a captivating and essential aspect of the natural world's response
to the ever-present threat of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. These remarkable
compounds, initially discovered in the 1960s, have proven to be widespread,
inhabiting various organisms across a spectrum of ecosystems. Their primary
role as natural sunscreens is nothing short of vital; they serve as guardians,
shielding the delicate cellular structures and precious DNA of countless
species from the potentially devastating effects of UV-induced damage. However,
what makes MAAs truly intriguing is their dynamic distribution and allocation
across different environmental zones. For instance, in regions subjected to
intense UV radiation, such as the unforgiving Antarctic zone or the contrasting
temperate and tropical zones, organisms have evolved to adapt and allocate MAAs
strategically. This allocation pattern reflects the remarkable adaptations that
nature has developed to confront the diverse challenges posed by varying UV
conditions. Moreover, the potential applications of MAAs extend beyond the
confines of the natural world. These compounds hold immense promise in
sunscreen products for human protection, safeguarding aquatic ecosystems from
the harsh effects of UV radiation, and advancing biotechnological solutions. As
we explore the patterns and implications of MAAs in this review, we gain deeper
insights into their ecological significance and their potential to
revolutionize industrial contexts, all within the intriguing framework of
Elegance in Ecology: Unveiling Mycosporine-like Amino Acids (MAAs) Allocation,
Applications, Patterns, and Implications.
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Pages:16-21
How to cite this article:
Prathima R, Avipsa Hazra, Nandini G, Kanthesh M Basalingappa* "Elegance in Ecology: Unveiling Mycosporine-like Amino Acids (MAAs) Allocation, Applications, Patterns, and Implications". National Journal of Advanced Research, Vol 10, Issue 2, 2024, Pages 16-21
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