Analysis of the expression of β-actin, RuANS and RuMYB10 genes involved in the biosynthesis of anthocyanin using RT-qPCR in Rubus niveus in the Rumiñahui Canton

Berries such as Rubus has caught the attention of scientists and consumers because of their nutritional quality. Furthermore, the presence of phenolic compounds specifically anthocyanins have added potential of antiaging, anti-carcinogenic and antioxidant properties to the fruit. Gene expression studies have demonstrated the importance of flavonoids and their biosynthetic pathways, further increasing the research interests alternative and natural sources for these compounds.