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mevalonic acid

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discovery by Folkers

In Karl August Folkers
His research team also discovered mevalonic acid, which is a key substance in the production of numerous important biochemical compounds, including carotenoids, steroids, and terpenes.
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isoprenoids

In isoprenoid: Biosynthesis of isoprenoids
Previously unknown compounds, mevalonic acid and isopentenyl pyrophosphate (IPPP), occur as important intermediates in the process.
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