2002/06/01 by A.A. Benson · 1 citation
Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · #Photosynthetic Processes and Mechanisms #Microbial metabolism and enzyme function #Porphyrin Metabolism and Disorders
paper · doi:10.1146/annurev.arplant.53.091201.142547
openalex publication_date 2002/06/01 · openalex created_date 2016/06/24 · openalex updated_date 2026/05/21
Fortuitous preparation and experiences led to the opportunity to use radioactive carbon dioxides to discern the path of carbon in photosynthesis. The search for the CO2 acceptor led to recognition of the growth stimulatory effect of methanol and its derivatives. With the techniques developed, radiochromatographic exploration led to discovery of major membrane lipids containing phosphorus, sulfur, and arsenic.