Penetrating the peroxisome
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Peroxisomes are membrane-bound organelles found in most eukaryotic cells. X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is known to be associated with a genetically caused single-enzyme deficiency in peroxisomes. The disease has been known to be associated with impaired beta-oxidation of very-long-chain fatty acids (VLCFA) and was further localized to low levels of the enzyme VLCFA-CoA synthetase. ALD was also found to be linked to position 28 on the long arm of the X chromosome. The protein encoded here, ALDP, is a membrane transporter protein thought to import VLCFA-CoAE synthetase.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 1993
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Play's the thing: just for the fun of it - in so many words
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Word play can relieve many a tedious hour. Several types are discussed. They include palindromes which read the same in both directions, such as 'I love Me, vol 1,' marcaronic verse which mixes languages, homophones such as 'Mazy Dotes,'and evocative car brand names such as the Ford Aspire, or Suzuki Esteem.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
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ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1997
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Royal spuds: born and raised in the finest terroir, flavaorful Princesse potatoes have earned the right to put on airs
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Princesse potatoes, grown in Oregon, are a favorite of many chefs for their creaminess and firmness. Potato farmer James Houston brought the Princesse to the US from France, where it is known as la ratte. A list of places to get Princesse potatoes is presented.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1997
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