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Tropea A, Spadaro D, Trocino S, Giuffrida D, Salerno TMG, Ruiz-Sanchez JP, Montañez J, Morales-Oyervides L, Dufossé L, Mondello L, Calogero G. Development of dye-sensitized solar cells using pigment extracts produced by Talaromyces atroroseus GH2. Photochem Photobiol Sci 2024; 23:941-955. [PMID: 38643418 DOI: 10.1007/s43630-024-00566-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/22/2024]
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The identification of more efficient, clean, secure, and competitive energy supply is necessary to align with the needs of sustainable devices. For this reason, a study for developing innovative dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) based on microbial pigments is reported starting from Talaromyces atroroseus GH2. The fungus was cultivated by fermentation and the extracellular pigment extract was characterized by HPLC-DAD-ESI-MS analyses. The most abundant compound among the 22 azaphilone-type pigments identified was represented by PP-O. The device's behavior was investigated in relation to electrolyte and pH for verifying the stability on time and the photovoltaic performance. Devices obtained were characterized by UV-vis measurements to verify the absorbance intensity and transmittance percentage. Moreover, photovoltaic parameters through photo-electrochemical measurements (I-V curves) and impedance characteristics by Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) were determined. The best microbial device showed a short-circuit current density (Jsc) of 0.69 mA/cm2, an open-circuit photo-voltage (Voc) of 0.27 V and a Fill Factor (FF) of 0.60. Furthermore, the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of the device was 0.11%. Thus, the present study demonstrated the potential of microbial origin pigments for developing DSSCs.
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- Alessia Tropea
- Messina Institute of Technology c/o Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, Former Veterinary School, University of Messina, Viale G. Palatucci Snc, 98168, Messina, Italy
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- Institute for Chemical and Physical Processes (IPCF)- National Research Council - Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d'Alcontres, N. 37, 98158, Messina, Italy.
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- Institute for Advanced Energy Technologies "Nicola Giordano" (ITAE) - National Research Council (CNR), Via Salita S. Lucia Sopra Contesse, N. 5, 98126, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical, Dental, Morphological and Functional Imaging Sciences, University of Messina, Via Consolare Valeria, 98125, Messina, Italy
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- Messina Institute of Technology c/o Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, Former Veterinary School, University of Messina, Viale G. Palatucci Snc, 98168, Messina, Italy
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- Facultad de Ciencias Quimicas, Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, Unidad Saltillo, 25280, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Facultad de Ciencias Quimicas, Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, Unidad Saltillo, 25280, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Facultad de Ciencias Quimicas, Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, Unidad Saltillo, 25280, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- CHEMBIOPRO Laboratoire de Chimie Et Biotechnologie Des Produits Naturels, ESIROI Agroalimentaire, Université de La Réunion, 15 Avenue René Cassin, 97400, Saint-Denis, Ile de La Réunion, France
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- Messina Institute of Technology c/o Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, Former Veterinary School, University of Messina, Viale G. Palatucci Snc, 98168, Messina, Italy
- Chromaleont S.R.L., c/o Department of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, Former Veterinary School, University of Messina, Viale G. Palatucci Snc, 98168, Messina, Italy
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- Institute for Chemical and Physical Processes (IPCF)- National Research Council - Messina, Viale Ferdinando Stagno d'Alcontres, N. 37, 98158, Messina, Italy
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Bhatnagar S, Aoyagi H. Thermal and UV Degradation Kinetics of Water-Soluble Extracellular Pigment Produced by Talaromyces purpurogenus. FOOD BIOPROCESS TECH 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11947-021-02733-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Liu L, Wang Z. Azaphilone alkaloids: prospective source of natural food pigments. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol 2021; 106:469-484. [PMID: 34921328 DOI: 10.1007/s00253-021-11729-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 12/02/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2021] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Azaphilone, biosynthesized by polyketide synthase, is a class of fungal metabolites. In this review, after brief introduction of the natural azaphilone diversity, we in detail discussed azaphilic addition reaction involving conversion of natural azaphilone into the corresponding azaphilone alkaloid. Then, setting red Monascus pigments (a traditional food colorant in China) as example, we presented a new strategy, i.e., interfacing azaphilic addition reaction with living microbial metabolism in a one-pot process, to produce azaphilone alkaloid with a specified amine residue (red Monascus pigments) during submerged culture. Benefit from the red Monascus pigments with a specified amine residue, the influence of primary amine on characteristics of the food colorant was highlighted. Finally, the progress for screening of alternative azaphilone alkaloids (production from interfacing azaphilic addition reaction with submerged culture of Talaromyces sp. or Penicillium sp.) as natural food colorant was reviewed. KEY POINTS: • Azaphilic addition reaction of natural azaphilone is biocompatible • Red Monascus pigment is a classic example of azaphilone alkaloids • Azaphilone alkaloids are alterative natural food colorant.
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- Lujie Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, and Engineering Research Center of Cell & Therapeutic Antibody, Ministry of Education, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China.,State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, R&D Center of Separation and Extraction Technology in Fermentation Industry, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, and Engineering Research Center of Cell & Therapeutic Antibody, Ministry of Education, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China.
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Mishra RC, Kalra R, Dilawari R, Deshmukh SK, Barrow CJ, Goel M. Characterization of an Endophytic Strain Talaromyces assiutensis, CPEF04 With Evaluation of Production Medium for Extracellular Red Pigments Having Antimicrobial and Anticancer Properties. Front Microbiol 2021; 12:665702. [PMID: 34421835 PMCID: PMC8371755 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2021.665702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 05/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Considering the worldwide demand for colorants of natural origin, the utilization of ascomycete fungi as a prolific pigment producer unfolds a novel way to obtain these pigments for various applications, including food, cosmetic, and medical use. The presence of very few natural red pigment alternatives in the market also attracts research and industry priorities to unearth novel and sustainable red pigment producers. The present work is an attempt to identify a novel source of red color obtained from endophytic fungi isolated from terrestrial and marine habitats. Based upon the fungal capacity for pigment production, seven isolates of endophytic fungi were recognized as prospective pigment producers. Out of all, fungal isolate CPE04 was selected based upon its capacity to produce profuse extracellular red pigment. The isolate was identified as Talaromyces assiutensis, employing morphological features and phylogenetic characterization by internal transcribed spacer (ITS) sequences. To understand the chemical behavior of pigment molecules, an investigation of the chemical profile of fungal culture filtrate dried powder (CFDP) was performed using ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography-diode array detector-mass spectrometry (UPLC–DAD–MS). In total, eight compounds having pigment and pharmaceutical application were tentatively identified using UPLC–DAD–MS. Considering the commercial aspect of the stated work, an effort was also made for standardizing the upscaling of the pigment molecule. Investigations were performed for optimum medium and culturing conditions for maximum pigment production. CFDP was found to have a significant antibacterial activity against the bacterial pathogens Staphylococcus aureus (MTCC737), Vibrio cholerae (N16961), and methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) (ATCC BAA811). The CFDP showed a minimum inhibitory concentration at 64, 128, and 256 μg/ml against S. aureus, MRSA, and V. cholerae. A concentration-dependent (50–400 μg/ml) anticancer effect on HeLa cancer line was also observed, having a half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) at 300 μg/ml. The antioxidant potential of CFDP has also been proven with the help of an antioxidant assay against 2,2′-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) radical (IC50, 32.01 μg/ml); DNA nicking assay and reactive oxygen species were generated in HeLa cancer line cells. The CFDP was also found to have no cytotoxicity toward HEK 293 T cell line using alamar blue (resazurin), a cell metabolic activity reagent.
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- Rahul Chandra Mishra
- TERI-Deakin Nano Biotechnology Centre, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), TERI GRAM, Gurgaon, India
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- TERI-Deakin Nano Biotechnology Centre, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), TERI GRAM, Gurgaon, India
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- Central Council of Scientific Research (CSIR)-Institute of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh, India
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- TERI-Deakin Nano Biotechnology Centre, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), TERI GRAM, Gurgaon, India
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- Centre for Chemistry and Biotechnology, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Deakin University Geelong, Geelong, VIC, Australia
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- TERI-Deakin Nano Biotechnology Centre, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), TERI GRAM, Gurgaon, India
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Parul, Thiyam G, Dufossé L, Sharma A. Characterization of Talaromyces purpureogenus strain F extrolites and development of production medium for extracellular pigments enriched with antioxidant properties. FOOD AND BIOPRODUCTS PROCESSING 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbp.2020.08.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Morales-Oyervides L, Ruiz-Sánchez JP, Oliveira JC, Sousa-Gallagher MJ, Méndez-Zavala A, Giuffrida D, Dufossé L, Montañez J. Biotechnological approaches for the production of natural colorants by Talaromyces/Penicillium: A review. Biotechnol Adv 2020; 43:107601. [PMID: 32682871 DOI: 10.1016/j.biotechadv.2020.107601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2020] [Revised: 06/20/2020] [Accepted: 07/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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There has been an increased interest in replacing synthetic colorants by colorants obtained from natural sources, especially microbial pigments. Monascus pigments have been used as natural colorings and food additives in Asia for centuries but have raised toxicity issues. Recently, Talaromyces/Penicillium species have been recognized as potential strains to produce natural pigments similar to those produced by Monascus species. To date, it has not been published a literature compilation about the research and development activity of Talaromyces/Penicillium pigments. Developing a new bioprocess requires several steps, from an initial concept to a practical and feasible application. Industrial applications of fungal pigments will depend on: (i) characterization of the molecules to assure a safe consumption, (ii) stability of the pigments to the processing conditions required by the products where they will be incorporated, (iii) optimizing process conditions to achieve high yields, iv) implementing an efficient product recovery and (v) scale-up of the bioprocess. The above aspects have been reviewed in detail to evaluate the feasibility of reaching a commercial scale of the pigments produced by Talaromyces/Penicillium. Finally, the biological activities of the pigments and their potential applications are discussed.
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- Lourdes Morales-Oyervides
- School of Engineering, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland; Department of Chemical Engineering, Autonomous University of Coahuila, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Autonomous University of Coahuila, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Odontoiatriche e delle Immagini Morfologiche e Funzionali, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Chimie et Biotechnologie des Produits Naturels & ESIROI Agroalimentaire, Université de la Réunion, Ile de la Réunion, France
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Autonomous University of Coahuila, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico.
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Production of pigments from the tropical marine-derived fungi Talaromyces albobiverticillius : New resources for natural red-colored metabolites. J Food Compost Anal 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jfca.2018.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Suraiya S, Kim JH, Tak JY, Siddique MP, Young CJ, Kim JK, Kong IS. Influences of fermentation parameters on lovastatin production by Monascus purpureus using Saccharina japonica as solid fermented substrate. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2018.02.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Marine algal carbohydrates as carbon sources for the production of biochemicals and biomaterials. Biotechnol Adv 2018; 36:798-817. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biotechadv.2018.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 87] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2017] [Revised: 02/04/2018] [Accepted: 02/06/2018] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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High-throughput screening of high Monascus pigment-producing strain based on digital image processing. J Ind Microbiol Biotechnol 2016; 43:451-61. [DOI: 10.1007/s10295-015-1729-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2015] [Accepted: 12/24/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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This work proposed a new method which applied image processing and support vector machine (SVM) for screening of mold strains. Taking Monascus as example, morphological characteristics of Monascus colony were quantified by image processing. And the association between the characteristics and pigment production capability was determined by SVM. On this basis, a highly automated screening strategy was achieved. The accuracy of the proposed strategy is 80.6 %, which is compatible with the existing methods (81.1 % for microplate and 85.4 % for flask). Meanwhile, the screening of 500 colonies only takes 20–30 min, which is the highest rate among all published results. By applying this automated method, 13 strains with high-predicted production were obtained and the best one produced as 2.8-fold (226 U/mL) of pigment and 1.9-fold (51 mg/L) of lovastatin compared with the parent strain. The current study provides us with an effective and promising method for strain improvement.
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