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Context: The researchers at the Indian Institutes of Technology Madras and Mandi successfully enhanced the production of the anti-cancer drug camptothecin (CPT) by metabolically engineering plant cells.
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Research Efforts
Metabolic Engineering
Cultivation and Engineering Process
Commercial Viability
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Why has "camptothecin" been a topic of recent news coverage? A) Due to its discovery in a new species of fungi. B) As a result of its increased availability in common herbs. C) Owing to its significance in the treatment of cancer. D) For its newfound application in renewable energy sources. Answer: C Explanation: Camptothecin has been in the news due to its importance in cancer treatment, particularly as a potential source of anti-cancer drugs. |
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