Industrial Perspectives of Fungi

Paul, Susmita; Joshi, S. R.

doi:10.1007/978-981-16-5214-1_3

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“…Looking at species level diversity, it was observed that the highly abundant species in both the dry and wet samples were Saccharomycopsis fibuligera, Wickerhamomyces anomalus, and some other unknown, less abundant species. These fungi's unique roles in fermentation, flavor development, and, most specifically, probiotics have been well documented previously [58][59][60]. Note that the presence of abundant Saccharomycopsis fibuligera in Figure 2 and, in contrast, others as the main fungi in Figure 3 is because of different analyses and focus based on either looking for abundance or comparing various species in both the groups and methods used.…”

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Metagenomic Analysis of Liquor Starter Culture Revealed Beneficial Microbes’ Presence

Din

Ahmad

Khan

et al. 2022

Foods

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Wines are complex matrices famous for their pleasant aroma and exceptional flavor. Baijiu (white wine) is a traditional Chinese liquor with a soft mouthfeel, fragrant taste, and long-lasting aftertaste. Baijiu is distilled from sorghum and wheat via solid fermentation. As in wines, the microbial ecosystem of Baijiu is a key decisive factor influencing aroma and consumer preferences. Microbial diversity in Baijiu has been intensively investigated. It is important to note that probiotics are a mixture of bacteria and yeast primarily intended to improve health. Our study aimed to characterize the microbial ecosystem of Zaopei Baijiu Daqu (ZBD) starter cultures for specific microbes with probiotic properties. The DNA samples of ZBD starters were analyzed using a metagenomic 16S rRNA approach to characterize the bacterial and ITS for fungal diversity. Weissella cibaria was the most dominant species in the bacterial community, while Saccharomycopsis fibuligera was the most abundant fungal species. Furthermore, functional prediction analysis identified unique pathways associated with microbial diversity relevant to functional innovation. These associated pathways include fermentation, amino acid metabolism, carbohydrate metabolism, energy metabolism, and membrane transport. This study identified beneficial microbes in the starter culture, opening a path for further in-depth analysis of those microbes by isolating and evaluating them for a valuable role in in vitro and in vivo studies.

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Metagenomic Analysis of Liquor Starter Culture Revealed Beneficial Microbes’ Presence

Din

Ahmad

Khan

et al. 2022

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“…Such a product confers on the producer advantages which helps it to establish in that environment. Common examples of secondary metabolites are antibiotics such as penicillin or gentamycin produced by Penicillum notatum and Streptomyces cerevisae respectively (Paul and Joshi, 2022). Azadirachtin consist of 7 biologically dynamic isomeric compound designated as azadirachtin A -G although azadirachtin E is said to be more extra active (Hashmat et al, 2012).…”

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Mediators of arrested development as attractive malaria vector control tools: The Azadirachta indica and azadirachtin routes

Ugwu¹,

Oyeagu²

2023

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Insecticides are utilized as key components in agriculture and public health tool-kits. Mosquitoes are targeted using out/indoor insecticide sprays and treated bed nets to reduce malaria. These practices are associated with increasing resistance in various species of mosquitoes, multiple insecticide use, environmental pollution, high cost and spread of malaria into regions where they did not exist before. This paper explores the possibility of developing a safer route to mosquito control through the use of plant secondary metabolites. Peer-reviewed literature on safe substances from biological sources with attractive potentials to mediate arrested development on water-based stages of mosquitoes were appraised. Google Scholar search engine was used to locate published works from reputable journals and institutions by feeding its dialogue search box with relevant key words. Insecticide use is bedeviled with lots of impediments which embolden malaria vectors to acquire resistance, destabilize the ecosystem besides causing public health problems. Plants such as Citrullus colocynthi, Azadirachta indica, etc. contain secondary metabolites that are effective in arresting eggs, larva and pupa in water. Azadirachta indica extract is reputed to have the highest activity against insect vectors. Its most active ingredient against vectors is azadirachtin. Its use in mosquito control will be sustainable as it is well endowed with both reduced cost, accessibility and effectiveness in small water bodies around human surroundings. Small- and large-scale production of azadirachtin can be done through plant tissue culture which is boosted with new editing tools in genetic engineering. Use of A. Indica’s azadirachtin is a safe malaria vector control that can be accomplished through imposition of arrested development on immature mosquitoes. Its role in deceiving egg laden mosquitoes deserve further investigations while funding agencies such as World Health Organization (WHO) and governments of Sub Sahara Africa should take advantage of this harmless route to eliminate malaria.

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“…They can also be used as green technology to meet the global requirements of fossil fuels by catalyzing the bioconversion of lignocelluloses such as xylans into environment‐friendly biofuels 19,20 . Apart from this, they have remarkable potential in food industries such as bread baking and fruit juice‐processing industries 19,21,22 . Though, in reference to the global economic growth, it has been observed that these processes often lead to the depletion of raw materials and production of greenhouse gases.…”

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“…19,20 Apart from this, they have remarkable potential in food industries such as bread baking and fruit juice-processing industries. 19,21,22 Though, in reference to the global economic growth, it has been observed that these processes often lead to the depletion of raw materials and production of greenhouse gases. The production processes used could have negative impact on the environment.…”

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An insight into microbial sources, classification, and industrial applications of xylanases: A rapid review

Kaur

Joshi

Sharma

et al. 2023

Biotech and App Biochem

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Endo 1,4‐β‐d‐xylanases (EC3.2.1.8) are one of the key lignocellulose hydrolyzing enzymes. Xylan, which is present in copious amounts on earth, forms the primary substrate of endo‐xylanases, which can unchain the constituent monosaccharides linked via β‐1,4‐glycosidic bonds from the xylan backbone. Researchers have shown keen interest in the xylanases belonging to glycoside hydrolase families 10 and 11, whereas those placed in other glycoside hydrolase families are yet to be investigated. Various microbes such as bacteria and fungi harbor these enzymes for the metabolism of their lignocellulose fibers. These microbes can be used as miniature biofactories of xylanase enzymes for a plethora of environmentally benign applications in pulp and paper industry, biofuel production, and for improving the quality of food in bread baking and fruit juice industry. This review highlights the potential of microbes in production of xylanase for industrial biotechnology.

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Industrial Perspectives of Fungi

Cited by 11 publications

References 57 publications

Metagenomic Analysis of Liquor Starter Culture Revealed Beneficial Microbes’ Presence

Metagenomic Analysis of Liquor Starter Culture Revealed Beneficial Microbes’ Presence

Mediators of arrested development as attractive malaria vector control tools: The Azadirachta indica and azadirachtin routes

An insight into microbial sources, classification, and industrial applications of xylanases: A rapid review

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