Molecular aspects of iron metabolism in pathogenic and symbiotic plant-microbe associations

Iron plays a key role in biology as essential cofactor of numerous proteins. However, since it is only slightly soluble its bioavailability can be readily compromised under aerobic conditions. Moreover, due to its ability to catalyze the generation of free radicals, iron can also be toxic. Thus, it...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: O'Brian, Mark R., Expert, Dominique
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht Springer Netherlands 2012.
Series:SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science
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