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Abstract
Natural rubber (NR), valued for its elasticity and impact resistance, is essential for numerous industrial and medical applications, with global demand continuously rising. While approximately 2500 plant species from more than 40 families can produce rubber, the majority is sourced from Hevea brasiliensis grown in tropical regions. Alternative rubber-producing plants, such as Parthenium argentatum and Taraxacum kok-saghyz, offer enhanced environmental adaptability and species diversity, making them promising candidates for rubber production. Recent genome sequencing has shed light on rubber biosynthesis pathways, although the mechanisms involved in producing different forms of polyisoprene across species remain unclear. We explore the evolution of rubber biosynthesis and discuss synthetic biological strategies for enhancing NR-production in subtropical plants and a broader range of plant materials (e.g., Manilkara zapota).
天然橡胶（NR）因其弹性和抗冲击性而受到重视，在许多工业和医疗应用中至关重要，全球需求不断上升。虽然来自40多个科的约2500种植物可以生产橡胶，但大多数来自生长在热带地区的巴西橡胶树。其他橡胶生产植物，如Parthenium argentatum和Taraxacum koko -saghyz，具有更强的环境适应性和物种多样性，使其成为橡胶生产的有希望的候选植物。最近的基因组测序揭示了橡胶生物合成途径，尽管跨物种产生不同形式聚异戊二烯的机制尚不清楚。我们探讨了橡胶生物合成的演变，并讨论了在亚热带植物和更广泛的植物材料（如Manilkara zapota）中提高nr生产的合成生物学策略。
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Trends in Plant Science is the primary monthly review journal in plant science, encompassing a wide range from molecular biology to ecology. It offers concise and accessible reviews and opinions on fundamental plant science topics, providing quick insights into current thinking and developments in plant biology. Geared towards researchers, students, and teachers, the articles are authoritative, authored by both established leaders in the field and emerging talents.
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