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Transgenic maize endosperm containing a milk protein has improved amino acid balance.
Transgenic research - 1 Feb 2008
Bicar Earl H, Woodman-Clikeman Wendy, Sangtong Varaporn, Peterson Joan M, Yang S Samuel, Lee Michael, Scott M Paul
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In order to meet the protein nutrition needs of the world population, greater reliance on plant protein sources will become necessary. The amino acid balance of most plant protein sources does not match the nutritional requirements of monogastric animals, limiting their nutritional value. In cereals, the essential amino acid lysine is deficient. Maize is a major component of human and animal diets worldwide and...
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