Nguyen K.-H., Chollet-Krugler M., Gouault N. & Tomasi S.
(2013):
UV-protectant metabolites from lichens and their symbiotic partners,
Natural Product Reports,
30: 1490-1508
Lichens are structurally complex symbiotic organisms that are exposed to a wide variety of external
conditions (extreme temperatures, desiccation, UV radiation, etc.). These poikilohydric organisms have
developed various mechanisms of photoprotection, such as light scattering, radiation screening, thermal
dissipation, activation of antioxidant defense and macromolecules and membrane repair. These unique
organisms produce a vast array of compounds, with more than 1000 secondary metabolites known. …
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