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  • Genetics of tocopherol composition in sunflower seed

    Creator:
    Hass, Catherine G.
    Abstract:
    Tocopherols are plant secondary metabolites that are known collectively as vitamin E. Tocopherol compounds act as potent antioxidants by quenching free radicals and protecting fatty acids from oxidative damage. In humans (in vivo) tocopherols protect membrane lipids from breaking down, while in oils (in vitro) tocopherols protect fatty acids from...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    , Dr. Jim Myers, Dr. Oscar Riera-Lizarazu, Dr. Carol Rivin, and Dr. Bill Braunworth. I am extremely