glyoxylate
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of glyoxylate
First recorded in 1855–60; glyoxyl(ic acid) + -ate 2
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A metabolic pathway called the glyoxylate cycle allows seedlings to feed on the starches, proteins, and oils stored in seeds.
From Science Magazine ● Jun. 7, 2023
The glyoxylate cycle bypasses steps in the Krebs cycle where carbon is lost as CO2, so it should conserve carbon that could be used for growth.
From Science Magazine ● Jun. 7, 2023
Furthermore, enhanced activity of the glyoxylate cycle contributed to the decreased day-3 mitoflash frequency and the longevity of daf-2 mutant animals.
From Nature ● Apr. 4, 2014
Note that a shift towards enhanced glyoxylate cycle and complexII activity decreases mitoflash production while extending the lifespan.
From Nature ● Apr. 4, 2014
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