Yizheng Liu

Hydroxyl Radical Formation: A Key Mechanism and Regulatory Target in Monascin Photo-Degradation

Monascin, a yellow azaphilone pigment derived from Monascus fermentation, undergoes significant photo-degradation that limits its applications. This study reveals that free radical formation, particularly hydroxyl radicals (·OH) generated via H2O2 photolysis, is the primary mecha...