Plant Communications ( IF 10.5 ) Pub Date : 2020-02-13 , DOI: 10.1016/j.xplc.2020.100032 Willian Batista-Silva 1 , Paula da Fonseca-Pereira 1 , Auxiliadora Oliveira Martins 1 , Agustín Zsögön 1 , Adriano Nunes-Nesi 1 , Wagner L Araújo 1
Much attention has been given to the enhancement of photosynthesis as a strategy for the optimization of crop productivity. As traditional plant breeding is most likely reaching a plateau, there is a timely need to accelerate improvements in photosynthetic efficiency by means of novel tools and biotechnological solutions. The emerging field of synthetic biology offers the potential for building completely novel pathways in predictable directions and, thus, addresses the global requirements for higher yields expected to occur in the 21st century. Here, we discuss recent advances and current challenges of engineering improved photosynthesis in the era of synthetic biology toward optimized utilization of solar energy and carbon sources to optimize the production of food, fiber, and fuel.
中文翻译:
合成生物学时代的工程改进光合作用
光合作用的增强作为优化作物生产力的一种策略受到了很多关注。由于传统植物育种最有可能达到一个平稳期,因此迫切需要通过新工具和生物技术解决方案来加速提高光合效率。新兴的合成生物学领域提供了在可预测的方向上构建全新途径的潜力,从而解决了预计在 21 世纪出现的全球对更高产量的需求。在这里,我们讨论了合成生物学时代工程改进光合作用的最新进展和当前挑战,以优化利用太阳能和碳源来优化食品、纤维和燃料的生产。