Abstract
Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are major products of intestinal microbial fermentation with beneficial effects for human health. The dynamic balance and real-time monitoring of endogenous SCFA biosynthesis are important for understanding their physiological functions. We discuss the promising future of applying CRISPRi genetic systems and biosensors for targeted SCFA improvement.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 266-270 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Trends in Biotechnology |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2022 |
Keywords
- CRISPRi genetic system
- biosensor
- gut Clostridium
- short-chain fatty acids
- synthetic biology