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Member database | PANTHER |
PANTHER type | family |
Short name | Amidase AI |
Description
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The Amidase family comprises enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of amide bonds, converting them into carboxylic acids and amines. Members of this family are involved in various biological processes, including the biosynthesis of cyclic peptides with antifungal properties, the degradation of plant-produced benzoxazolinones as a detoxification mechanism, and the utilization of acetamide as a carbon or nitrogen source. Amidases are implicated in the synthesis of bioactive compounds, such as the cyclic decapeptide KK-1 and the mycotoxin butenolide, and play roles in the metabolism of phytoanticipins, contributing to the interaction between fungi and host plants. The family's enzymes are characterized by their ability to perform modifications on specific substrates, which may include N-methylation, O-methylation, and hydrolysis of lactone moieties, among others. The amidases are essential for the survival and adaptation of various organisms, reflecting their diverse functional roles in metabolic pathways.