U-13C Plant Proteins

Plant proteins are proteins derived from plants, which can come from a variety of sources including legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, and vegetables. These proteins are increasingly popular due to their nutritional benefits, environmental sustainability, and ethical considerations. In the field of life sciences, the study of plant proteins labeled with stable isotopes, particularly U-13C, has emerged as a powerful tool in plant sciences, proteomics, and metabolic engineering. Carbon-13 is a stable, non-radioactive isotope of carbon that constitutes about 1.1% of natural carbon, which offers enhanced sensitivity and precision in mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) studies. By using U-13C, researchers can trace the dynamics of carbon allocation in metabolic pathways, providing insights into plant metabolism, growth, and response to environmental conditions. Alfa Chemistry is a world-renowned provider of stable isotope-labeled products with many years of development and extensive industry experience. Here, we have developed a series of 13C-labeled plant proteins.

Meet our products

At Alfa Chemistry, our U-13C protein portfolio features a range of fully labeled proteins derived from natural sources. These include U-13C Gluten protein from wheat, U-13C Patatin, U-13C + U-15N Patatin, and U-13C + U-15N Rubisco. Each product is developed with meticulous attention to isotopic purity and protein quality, ensuring that researchers receive compounds tailored for optimal performance in stable isotope research.

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Typical applications

• Proteomics and Metabolic Studies: The incorporation of U-13C and U-15N labels enables precise tracking of metabolic pathways, protein turnover, and biosynthesis. These labeled proteins allow researchers to observe complex cellular processes, such as amino acid synthesis and degradation, and to measure metabolic flux in real-time.
• Structural Biology and NMR: Isotopically labeled proteins are essential for NMR studies, as they provide detailed structural insights that are otherwise difficult to achieve. U-13C and U-15N labeled Patatin and Rubisco, for example, allow scientists to investigate protein folding, dynamics, and interactions in their native environments with high spatial resolution.
• Agricultural and Environmental Research: Studying photosynthesis and carbon fixation processes in plants has significant implications for agriculture and climate science. U-13C labeled Rubisco enables researchers to gain insights into how plants convert CO₂ into organic compounds, which can inform strategies for enhancing crop yields and understanding the impact of environmental changes on plant physiology.
• Food Science and Nutrition: Labeled plant proteins, such as U-13C Gluten protein, provide valuable information in the field of food science. Researchers can study protein digestibility, allergenic responses, and functional properties, contributing to the development of more nutritious and hypoallergenic food products.

Customizable solutions

We recognize that research needs can vary significantly depending on specific goals and study designs. As a result, we offer customizable solutions for U-13C plant proteins to meet the unique requirements of each client. Our customizable options include:

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