Abstract:The fungus Cochliobolus sativus is a cereal pathogen that in addition to its role in plant disease has potential industrial applications. It has been shown to be an efficient producer of xylanase. The enzyme breaks down hemicellulose and therefore identification of isolates with high xylanase activity is one target for enhancing biofuel production. Genetic variants of XYL1 and XYL2 genes were found to be associated with altered xylanase activity. However, although these two major genes have been described, rel… Show more
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