Summary
This paper investigates the effects of maltol, a flavor enhancer and fragrance agent, on the pigment aggregation in melanophores of Xenopus laevis tadpoles, finding that maltol induces pigment aggregation in a dose-dependent manner.
Categories
Eye health: The paper discusses the effects of maltol on the melanophores in the eyes of Xenopus laevis tadpoles, which are responsible for synthesizing and transporting melanin within the cells.
Hormone regulation: The paper explores the hormonal mechanisms by which maltol may exert changes in melanophore pigment aggregation, including the role of melatonin and thyroid hormones.
Author(s)
LI Dahora, A Fitzgerald, M Emanuel
Publication Year
2020
Number of Citations
3
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