10 Questions
- What is the term used to describe plant-based systems for the production of high-value molecules such as recombinant proteins and small molecules?
Molecular Farming or Pharming
- When was the first plant-produced biopharmaceutical for humans approved by the FDA?
2012
- What is an example of a commercialized Molecular Farming product mentioned in the text?
The research reagent avidin produced in maize and sold by Sigma-Aldrich
- What are some of the potential applications of plant-produced recombinant proteins?
Pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, animal health, and industrial products
- What type of system is used to grow the barley plants mentioned in the text?
A hydroponic system with no soil
- What is the significance of the year 1989 in the context of Molecular Farming research and development?
The year 1989 marks the publication of the first paper on Molecular Farming, signifying the early stages of research and exploration in this field.
- What is an example of a high-value molecule that can be produced through Molecular Farming?
Recombinant proteins, such as pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds, are examples of high-value molecules that can be produced through Molecular Farming.
- How are the barley plants grown in the hydroponic system mentioned in the text?
The barley plants are grown in an inert medium, without the use of soil, in the hydroponic system mentioned in the text.
- What was the significance of 2012 in the context of Molecular Farming?
In 2012, the first plant-produced biopharmaceutical for humans was approved by the FDA, marking a milestone in the development and commercialization of Molecular Farming products.
- What are some of the potential applications of plant-produced recombinant proteins mentioned in the text?
The potential applications of plant-produced recombinant proteins include pharmaceuticals, animal feed, cosmetics, animal health products, bioactive compounds, nutraceuticals, and functional food.
Test your knowledge of plant biofactories and molecular farming with this quiz. Explore the production of high-value molecules, including recombinant proteins and small molecules, in plant-based systems. Learn about their applications in pharmaceuticals, industrial products, biopharmaceuticals, animal feed, and cosmetics.
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