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Nikoloudaki O, Aheto F, Di Cagno R, Gobbetti M. Synthetic microbial communities: A gateway to understanding resistance, resilience, and functionality in spontaneously fermented food microbiomes. Food Res Int 2024; 192:114780. [PMID: 39147468 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2024.114780] [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: 02/10/2024] [Revised: 06/25/2024] [Accepted: 07/14/2024] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
Abstract
This review delves into the intricate traits of microbial communities encountered in spontaneously fermented foods (SFF), contributing to resistance, resilience, and functionality drivers. Traits of SFF microbiomes comprise of fluctuations in community composition, genetic stability, and condition-specific phenotypes. Synthetic microbial communities (SMCs) serve as a portal for mechanistic insights and strategic re-programming of microbial communities. Current literature underscores the pivotal role of microbiomes in SFF in shaping quality attributes and preserving the cultural heritage of their origin. In contrast to starter driven fermentations that tend to be more controlled but lacking the capacity to maintain or reproduce the complex flavors and intricacies found in SFF. SMCs, therefore, become indispensable tools, providing a nuanced understanding and control over fermented food microbiomes. They empower the prediction and engineering of microbial interactions and metabolic pathways with the aim of optimizing outcomes in food processing. Summarizing the current application of SMCs in fermented foods, there is still space for improvement. Challenges in achieving stability and reproducibility in SMCs are identified, stemming from non-standardized approaches. The future direction should involve embracing standardized protocols, advanced monitoring tools, and synthetic biology applications. A holistic, multi-disciplinary approach is paramount to unleashing the full potential of SMCs and fostering sustainable and innovative applications in fermented food systems.
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- Olga Nikoloudaki
- Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, 39100 Bolzano, Italy.
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- Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, 39100 Bolzano, Italy
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- Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, 39100 Bolzano, Italy
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- Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, 39100 Bolzano, Italy
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Wang J, Xu C, Zhang W, Hong Y, Shen G, Wang W, Tang H, Zhang S, Pan J, Wang W. Synergistic effect of two bacterial strains promoting anaerobic digestion of rice straw to produce methane. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 252:118974. [PMID: 38649016 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.118974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2024] [Revised: 04/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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A large amount of agricultural waste causes global environmental pollution. Biogas production by microbial pretreatment is an important way to utilize agricultural waste resources. In this study, Sporocytophaga CG-1 (A, cellulolytic strain) was co-cultured with Bacillus clausii HP-1 (B, non-cellulolytic strain) to analyze the effect of pretreatment of rice straw on methanogenic capacity of anaerobic digestion (AD). The results showed that weight loss rate of filter paper of co-culture combination is 53.38%, which is 29.37% higher than that of A. The synergistic effect of B on A can promote its degradation of cellulose. The cumulative methane production rate of the co-culture combination was the highest (93.04 mL/g VS substrate), which was significantly higher than that of A, B and the control group (82.38, 67.28 and 67.70 mL/g VS substrate). Auxiliary bacteria can improve cellulose degradation rate by promoting secondary product metabolism. These results provide data support for the application of co-culture strategies in the field of anaerobic digestion practices.
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- Jinghong Wang
- Key Laboratory of Low -Carbon Green Agriculture in Northeast China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, College of Agronomy, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China; College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Low -Carbon Green Agriculture in Northeast China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, College of Agronomy, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China; College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Low -Carbon Green Agriculture in Northeast China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, College of Agronomy, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Low -Carbon Green Agriculture in Northeast China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, College of Agronomy, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China
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- College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial Metabolism, School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, PR China
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- College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China; Heilongjiang Guohong Environmental Co., LTD, Harbin, 150028, PR China
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- Institute of Agricultural Resources and Regional Planning, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100081, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Low -Carbon Green Agriculture in Northeast China, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, College of Agronomy, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China; College of Life Science, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, 150040, PR China; College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, 163319, PR China.
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Jin R, Song J, Liu C, Lin R, Liang D, Aweya JJ, Weng W, Zhu L, Shang J, Yang S. Synthetic microbial communities: Novel strategies to enhance the quality of traditional fermented foods. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf 2024; 23:e13388. [PMID: 38865218 DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.13388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2024] [Revised: 04/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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Consumers are attracted to traditional fermented foods due to their unique flavor and nutritional value. However, the traditional fermentation technique can no longer accommodate the requirements of the food industry. Traditional fermented foods produce hazardous compounds, off-odor, and anti-nutritional factors, reducing product stability. The microbial system complexity of traditional fermented foods resulting from the open fermentation process has made it challenging to regulate these problems by modifying microbial behaviors. Synthetic microbial communities (SynComs) have been shown to simplify complex microbial communities and allow for the targeted design of microbial communities, which has been applied in processing traditional fermented foods. Herein, we describe the theoretical information of SynComs, particularly microbial physiological processes and their interactions. This paper discusses current approaches to creating SynComs, including designing, building, testing, and learning, with typical applications and fundamental techniques. Based on various traditional fermented food innovation demands, the potential and application of SynComs in enhancing the quality of traditional fermented foods are highlighted. SynComs showed superior performance in regulating the quality of traditional fermented foods using the interaction of core microorganisms to reduce the hazardous compounds of traditional fermented foods and improve flavor. Additionally, we presented the current status and future perspectives of SynComs for improving the quality of traditional fermented foods.
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- Ritian Jin
- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Enzyme Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Enzyme Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Enzyme Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Enzyme Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Enzyme Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Enzyme Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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- Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Science, Xiamen, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bionic Engineering, College of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- College of Ocean Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
- Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Food Microbiology and Enzyme Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, China
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Sun Q, Ma J, Basit RA, Fu Z, Liu X, Fan G. Screening of a Saccharomyces cerevisiae Strain with High 3-Methylthio-1-Propanol Yield and Optimization of Its Fermentation Conditions. Foods 2024; 13:1296. [PMID: 38731667 PMCID: PMC11083530 DOI: 10.3390/foods13091296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2024] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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3-Methylthio-1-propanol (3-Met) is an important flavor compound in various alcoholic beverages such as Baijiu and Huangjiu. To maintain the content of 3-Met in these alcoholic beverages, it is necessary to screen a micro-organism with high yield of 3-Met from the brewing environment. In this study, the ability of yeast strains from the Baijiu brewing to produce 3-Met was analyzed, aiming to obtain yeast with high-yield 3-Met, and its fermentation conditions were optimized. Firstly, 39 yeast strains were screened using 3-Met conversion medium. The results showed that the majority of the strains from Baijiu brewing sources could produce 3-Met, and nearly half of the strains produced more than 0.5 g/L of 3-Met. Among these, yeast F10404, Y03401, and Y8#01, produced more than 1.0 g/L of 3-Met, with yeast Y03401 producing the highest amount at 1.30 g/L. Through morphological observation, physiological and biochemical analysis, and molecular biological identification, it was confirmed that yeast Y03401 was a Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Subsequently, the optimal fermentation conditions for 3-Met production by this yeast were obtained through single-factor designs, Plackett-Burman test, steepest ascent path design and response surface methodology. When the glucose concentration was 60 g/L, yeast extract concentration was 0.8 g/L, L-methionine concentration was 3.8 g/L, initial pH was 4, incubation time was 63 h, inoculum size was 1.6%, shaking speed was 150 rpm, loading volume was 50 mL/250 mL, and temperature was 26 °C, the content of 3-Met produced by S. cerevisiae Y03401 reached a high level of 3.66 g/L. It was also noteworthy that, in contrast to other study findings, this yeast was able to create substantial amounts of 3-Met even in the absence of L-methionine precursor. Based on the clear genome of S. cerevisiae and its characteristics in 3-Met production, S. cerevisiae Y03401 had broad prospects for application in alcoholic beverages such as Baijiu.
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- Qi Sun
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; (Q.S.); (J.M.); (R.A.B.); (X.L.)
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; (Q.S.); (J.M.); (R.A.B.); (X.L.)
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; (Q.S.); (J.M.); (R.A.B.); (X.L.)
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- School of Biology and Food Science, Hebei Normal University for Nationalities, Chengde 067000, China;
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; (Q.S.); (J.M.); (R.A.B.); (X.L.)
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; (Q.S.); (J.M.); (R.A.B.); (X.L.)
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Sweet Code Nutrition & Health Institute, Zibo 256306, China
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Zhang Y, Sun Q, Liu X, Basit RA, Ma J, Fu Z, Cheng L, Fan G, Teng C. Screening, Identification, and Fermentation Condition Optimization of a High-Yield 3-Methylthiopropanol Yeast and Its Aroma-Producing Characteristics. Foods 2024; 13:418. [PMID: 38338553 PMCID: PMC10855053 DOI: 10.3390/foods13030418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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A high-yield 3-methylthiopropanol (3-Met) yeast Y1402 was obtained from sesame-flavored Daqu, and it was identified as Saccharomycopsis fibuligera. S. fibuligera Y1402 showed a broad range of growth temperatures and pH, as well as the maximum tolerance to glucose, NaCl, nicotine, and 3-Met at 50% (w/w), 15% (w/v), 1.2 g/L, and 18 g/L, respectively. After optimization using single-factor experiments, a Plackett-Burman design, a steepest ascent test, and a Box-Behnken design, the 3-Met yield reached 4.03 g/L by S. fibuligera Y1402 under the following optimal conditions: glucose concentration of 40 g/L, yeast extract concentration of 0.63 g/L, Tween 80 concentration of 2 g/L, L-methionine concentration of 5 g/L, liquid volume of 25 mL/250 mL, initial pH of 5.3, fermentation temperature of 32 °C, inoculum size of 0.8%, shaking speed of 210 rpm, and fermentation time of 54 h. The fermentation was scaled up to a 3 L fermenter under the optimized conditions, and the yield of 3-Met reached 0.71 g/L. Additionally, an aroma analysis revealed that the flavor substances produced by S. fibuligera Y1402 in sorghum hydrolysate medium was mainly composed of compounds with floral, sweet, creamy, roasted nut, and clove-like aromas. Therefore, S. fibuligera has great potential for application in the brewing of Baijiu and other fermented foods.
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- Yujiao Zhang
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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- Department of Biology and Food Science, Hebei Normal University for Nationalities, Chengde 067000, China;
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, School of Food and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; (Y.Z.); (Q.S.); (X.L.); (R.A.B.); (J.M.); (L.C.); (C.T.)
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Li L, Li N, Fu J, Liu J, Ping Wen X, Cao H, Xu H, Zhang Y, Cao R. Synthesis of an autochthonous microbial community by analyzing the core microorganisms responsible for the critical flavor of bran vinegar. Food Res Int 2024; 175:113742. [PMID: 38129049 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113742] [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: 08/11/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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Traditional bran vinegar brewing unfolds through natural fermentation, a process driven by spontaneous microbial activity. The unique metabolic activities of various microorganisms lead to distinct flavors and qualities in each batch of vinegar, making it challenging to consistently achieve the desired characteristic flavor compounds. Therefore, identifying the critical microbial species responsible for flavor production and designing starter cultures with improved fermentation efficiency and characteristic flavors are effective methods to address this discrepancy. In this study, 11 core functional microbial species affecting the fermentation flavor of Sichuan shai vinegar (Cupei were placed outside solarization and night-dew for more than one year, and vinegar was the liquid leached from Cupei) (SSV), were revealed by combining PacBio full-length diversity sequencing based on previous metagenomics. The effects of environmental factors and microbial interactions on the growth of 11 microorganisms during fermentation were verified using fermentation experiments. Ultimately, the microbial community was strategically synthesized using a 'top-down' approach, successfully replicating the distinctive flavor profile of Sichuan shai vinegar (SSV). The results showed that the interaction between microorganisms and environmental factors affected microorganism growth. Compared with traditional fermentation, the synthetic microbial community's vinegar-fermented grains (Cupei) can reproduce the key flavor of SSV and is conducive to the production of amino acids. In this study, the key flavor of SSV was reproduced through rational design of the synthetic microbial community. This achievement holds profound significance for the broader application of microbiome assembly strategies in the realm of fermented foods.
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- Li Li
- College of Biotechnology Engineering, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering, Yibin 644000, China.
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- College of Biotechnology Engineering, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering, Yibin 644000, China
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- College of Biotechnology Engineering, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering, Yibin 644000, China
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- College of Biotechnology Engineering, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering, Yibin 644000, China
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- College of Biotechnology Engineering, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering, Yibin 644000, China
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- Sichuan Taiyuanjing vinegar Co., Ltd, Zigong 643000, China
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- Sichuan Taiyuanjing vinegar Co., Ltd, Zigong 643000, China
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- Sichuan Taiyuanjing vinegar Co., Ltd, Zigong 643000, China
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- Sichuan Taiyuanjing vinegar Co., Ltd, Zigong 643000, China
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Huang Y, Li D, Mu Y, Zhu Z, Wu Y, Qi Q, Mu Y, Su W. Exploring the heterogeneity of community and function and correspondence of "species-enzymes" among three types of Daqu with different fermentation peak-temperature via high-throughput sequencing and metagenomics. Food Res Int 2024; 176:113805. [PMID: 38163713 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113805] [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: 09/13/2023] [Revised: 11/21/2023] [Accepted: 12/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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The enzyme activity of Daqu is an important prerequisite for defining it as a Baijiu starter. However, little is known about the functional species related to enzymes in different types of Daqu at the metagenomic level. Therefore, we analyzed the differences in enzymatic properties, microbial composition and metabolic function of three types of Daqu, namely high-, medium- and low-temperature Daqus (HTD, MTD and LTD), by combining chemical feature and multi-dimensional sequencing. The results showed that both liquefaction, saccharification, fermentation and esterification powers were remarkably weaker in HTD compared to MTD and LTD. Totally, 30 bacterial and 5 fungal phyla were identified and significant differences in community structures were also observed among samples, with Brevibacterium/Microascus, Pseudomonas, and Lactobacillus/Saccharomycopsis identified as biomarkers for HTD, MTD and LTD, respectively. Additionally, the importance of deterministic assembly in bacterial communities was proportional to the fermentation peak-temperature, while stochastic assembly dominated in fungal ones. Metagenomics analysis indicated eukaryota (>80 %, mainly Ascomycota) predominated in HTD and MTD while bacteria (54.3 %, mainly Actinobacteriota) were more abundant in LTD. However, the functional profiles and pathways of MTD and LTD were more similar, and the synthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates and amino acids were the crucial biological functions of all samples. Finally, the relationship between species and enzymes in different samples was constructed and the functional species in LTD and MTD were more diverse than HTD, which elucidated the functional species associated with enzyme activity in each type of Daqu. These results will greatly enrich our understanding of the core functional species in three typical Daqu, which provide available information for rational regulation of Daqu quality and the Baijiu fermentation.
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- Ying Huang
- Department of Brewing Engineering, Moutai Institute, Renhuai 564507, China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Moutai Institute, Renhuai 564507, China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Moutai Institute, Renhuai 564507, China.
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- Kweichow Moutai Distillery Co. Ltd., Renhuai 564501, China
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- Quality Monitoring & Evaluation Center, Moutai Institute, Renhuai 564507, China
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- School of Liquor and Food Engineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- School of Liquor and Food Engineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- School of Liquor and Food Engineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China
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Wu L, Zhao L, Tao Y, Zhang D, He A, Ma X, Zhang H, Li G, Rong L, Li R. Improving the aroma profile of inoculated fermented sausages by constructing a synthetic core microbial community. J Food Sci 2023; 88:4388-4402. [PMID: 37750814 DOI: 10.1111/1750-3841.16764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2023] [Revised: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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Commercial starter cultures play a critical role in the industrial production of fermented sausages. However, commercial starter cultures could not reproduce the metabolic actions of diverse microorganisms and the aroma profile of the traditional spontaneously fermented sausages. Identifying the core microbial community in spontaneously fermented sausages will facilitate the construction of a synthetic microbial community for reproducing metabolic actions and flavor compounds in spontaneously fermented sausages. This study aimed to reveal the core microbial community of spontaneously fermented sausages based on their relative abundance, flavor-producing ability, and co-occurrence performance. We identified five promising genera to construct the synthetic core microbial community, these were Lactobacillus, Staphylococcus, Macrococcus, Streptococcus, and Pediococcus. Sausages inoculated with a synthetic core microbial community presented higher quality of aroma profile than the fermented sausages inoculated with a commercial starter culture. Some important volatile flavor compounds of spontaneously fermented sausage, such as (-)-β-pinene, β-caryophyllene, 3-methyl-1-butanol, α-terpineol, ethyl 2-methylpropanoate, and ethyl 3-methylbutanoate which are associated with floral, fruity, sweet, and fresh aromas, were also detected in fermented sausage inoculated with synthetic microbial community. This indicated that the synthetic core microbial community efficiently reproduced flavor metabolism. Overall, this study provides a practical strategy to design a synthetic microbial community applicable to different scientific fields.
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- Liu Wu
- School of Food Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an, China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Bohai University, National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Storage, Processing and Safety Control Technology for Fresh Agricultural and Aquatic Products, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Bohai University, National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Storage, Processing and Safety Control Technology for Fresh Agricultural and Aquatic Products, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- Gansu Polytechnic College of Animal Husbandry & Engineering, Wuwei, Gansu, China
- Sichuan University of Science & Engineering, Yibin, Sichuan, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an, China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Bohai University, National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Storage, Processing and Safety Control Technology for Fresh Agricultural and Aquatic Products, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an, China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Bohai University, National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Storage, Processing and Safety Control Technology for Fresh Agricultural and Aquatic Products, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an, China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Bohai University, National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Storage, Processing and Safety Control Technology for Fresh Agricultural and Aquatic Products, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi'an, China
- College of Food Science and Technology, Bohai University, National & Local Joint Engineering Research Center of Storage, Processing and Safety Control Technology for Fresh Agricultural and Aquatic Products, Jinzhou, Liaoning, China
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Lv W, Li F, Li C. Effect of inoculated Daqu on the spontaneous fermentation of Chinese liquor. Food Res Int 2023; 173:113321. [PMID: 37803632 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113321] [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: 05/14/2023] [Revised: 07/22/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Inoculated fermentation is widely used to improve the efficiency and quality of food production. However, it is still unclear how the inoculated multi-species starters influence food fermentation. Here we prepared two different types of Daqu, with/without the inoculation of Bacillus licheniformis in spontaneous Daqu fermentation, and studied their effects on liquor fermentation. These two types of Daqu were different in microbial community, and the inoculated Daqu had significantly higher relative abundance of Bacillus (69.2%) and lower relative abundance of Lactobacillus (3.2%) than those of Daqu without inoculation (Bacillus, 13.5%; Lactobacillus, 14.0%). After using with these two types of Daqu, metatranscriptomic analysis revealed that Kazachstania, Naumovozyma, Saccharomyces, Nakaseomyces and Lactobacillus were the transcriptional active genera during liquor fermentation. The transcription of Lactobacillus decreased on days 10 and 20 in liquor fermentation with the inoculated Daqu. The transcription of Kazachstania, Naumovozyma and Saccharomyces decreased on day 10 but increased on day 20 with the inoculated Daqu. Although lactate dehydrogenase decreased in Lactobacillus, alcohol dehydrogenase, aldehyde dehydrogenase and lactate dehydrogenase increased in Saccharomyces on day 20 in fermentation with inoculated Daqu, it indicated an extended succession of Saccharomyces in liquor fermentation. This would facilitate the increase of ethanol, acetic acid and lactic acid contents in liquor fermentation with inoculated Daqu. This work would be beneficial for improving Chinese liquor fermentation.
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- Wenzhi Lv
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qiannan Normal University for Nationalities, Duyun, Guizhou, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qiannan Normal University for Nationalities, Duyun, Guizhou, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qiannan Normal University for Nationalities, Duyun, Guizhou, China
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Du R, Jiang J, Qu G, Wu Q, Xu Y. Directionally controlling flavor compound profile based on the structure of synthetic microbial community in Chinese liquor fermentation. Food Microbiol 2023; 114:104305. [PMID: 37290868 DOI: 10.1016/j.fm.2023.104305] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Most traditional fermented foods are produced by spontaneous fermentation. It is difficult to produce traditional fermented foods with desired flavor compound profile. In this study, using Chinese liquor fermentation as a case, we aimed to directionally control flavor compound profile in food fermentation. Twenty key flavor compounds were identified in 80 Chinese liquor fermentations. Six microbial strains, identified as high producers of these key flavor compounds, were used to generate the minimal synthetic microbial community. A mathematical model was established to link the structure of the minimal synthetic microbial community and the profile of these key flavor compounds. This model could generate the optimal structure of synthetic microbial community to produce flavor compounds with desired profile. This work provided a strategy to realize the directional control of flavor compound profile via controlling the structure of the synthetic microbial community in Chinese liquor fermentation.
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- Rubing Du
- Lab of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214122, China
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- Lab of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214122, China
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- Lab of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214122, China
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- Lab of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214122, China.
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- Lab of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214122, China
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Wang J, Hao S, Ren Q. Uncultured Microorganisms and Their Functions in the Fermentation Systems of Traditional Chinese Fermented Foods. Foods 2023; 12:2691. [PMID: 37509783 PMCID: PMC10378637 DOI: 10.3390/foods12142691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Revised: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Traditional Chinese fermented foods are diverse and loved by people for their rich nutrition and unique flavors. In the fermentation processes of these foods, the microorganisms in the fermentation systems play a crucial role in determining the flavor and quality. Currently, some microorganisms in the fermentation systems of traditional Chinese fermented foods are in a state of being unculturable or difficult to culture, which hinders the comprehensive analysis and resource development of the microbial communities in the fermentation systems. This article provides an overview of the uncultured microorganisms in the natural environment, in the fermentation systems of traditional Chinese fermented foods, and the research methods for studying such microorganisms. It also discusses the prospects of utilizing the uncultured microorganisms in the fermentation systems of traditional Chinese fermented foods. The aim is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the microbial diversity and uncultured microorganisms in the fermentation systems of traditional Chinese fermented foods in order to better exploit and utilize these microorganisms and promote the development of traditional Chinese fermented foods.
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- Jiaxuan Wang
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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Zhang G, Xiao P, Yuan M, Li Y, Xu Y, Li H, Sun J, Sun B. Roles of sulfur-containing compounds in fermented beverages with 2-furfurylthiol as a case example. Front Nutr 2023; 10:1196816. [PMID: 37457986 PMCID: PMC10348841 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1196816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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Aroma is a critical component of the flavor and quality of beverages. Among the volatile chemicals responsible for fragrance perception, sulfur compounds are unique odorants due to their extremely low odor threshold. Although trace amounts of sulfur compounds can enhance the flavor profile of beverages, they can lead to off-odors. Sulfur compounds can be formed via Maillard reaction and microbial metabolism, imparting coffee aroma and altering the flavor of beverages. In order to increase the understanding of sulfur compounds in the field of food flavor, 2-furfurylthiol (FFT) was chosen as a representative to discuss the current status of their generation, sensory impact, enrichment, analytical methods, formation mechanisms, aroma deterioration, and aroma regulation. FFT is comprehensively reviewed, and the main beverages of interest are typically baijiu, beer, wine, and coffee. Challenges and recommendations for FFT are also discussed, including analytical methods and mechanisms of formation, interactions between FFT and other compounds, and the development of specific materials to extend the duration of aroma after release.
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- Guihu Zhang
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health (Beijing Technology and Business University), Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health (Beijing Technology and Business University), Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health (Beijing Technology and Business University), Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- Inner Mongolia Taibus Banner Grassland Brewing Co., Ltd., Xilin Gol League, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health (Beijing Technology and Business University), Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health (Beijing Technology and Business University), Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Quality and Safety, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health (Beijing Technology and Business University), Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Quality and Safety, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
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- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health (Beijing Technology and Business University), Ministry of Education, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Quality and Safety, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, China
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Zhang G, Xiao P, Xu Y, Li H, Li H, Sun J, Sun B. Isolation and Characterization of Yeast with Benzenemethanethiol Synthesis Ability Isolated from Baijiu Daqu. Foods 2023; 12:2464. [PMID: 37444202 DOI: 10.3390/foods12132464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2023] [Revised: 06/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Baijiu, a prevalent alcoholic beverage, boasts over 2000 aroma compounds, with sulfur-containing compounds being the most influential in shaping its flavor. Benzenemethanethiol, a distinctive odorant in baijiu, is known to enhance the holistic flavor profile of baijiu. Despite its importance, there is very little literature on the biotransformation mechanism of benzenemethanethiol. Thus, extensive research efforts have been made to elucidate the formation mechanism of this compound in order to improve baijiu production. In this study, 12 yeast strains capable of generating benzenemethanethiol were isolated from baijiu daqu, and the Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain J14 was selected for further investigation. The fermentation conditions were optimized, and it was found that the optimal conditions for producing benzenemethanethiol were at 28 °C for 24 h with a 4% (v/v) inoculum of 3.025 g/L L-cysteine. This is the first time that yeast has been shown to produce benzenemethanethiol isolated from the baijiu fermentation system. These findings also suggest that benzenemethanethiol can be metabolized by yeast using L-cysteine and benzaldehyde as precursor substrates.
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- Guihu Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China
- Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China
- China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
- Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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Wang Z, Kang Q, Zhao Y, Yan R, Sun J, Li H, Wang B, Zhao D, Sun B. Can the Maillard reaction affect the characteristic aroma of Sesame aroma baijiu - A research on the methional during the stacking fermentation stage of jiupei. Food Chem 2023; 426:136521. [PMID: 37302308 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.136521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2023] [Revised: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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In this study, we focused on methional, a characteristic flavor compound of Sesame aroma baijiu, and investigated its production during the stacking fermentation of baijiu jiupei. It has been speculated that the Maillard reaction occurs during the stacking fermentation, which results in the production of methional. This research showed that methional increased during the stacking process, reaching 0.45 mg/kg in the later stage of stacking fermentation. To simulate the stacking fermentation, a Maillard reaction model was established for the first time with conditions determined based on the measured stacking parameters (pH, temperature, moisture, reducing sugars, etc.). Through the analysis of the reaction products, we found that it is highly possible that the Maillard reaction occurs during the stacking fermentation, and a potential formation route of methional during the process was elucidated. These findings provide insights for the study of relevant volatile compounds in baijiu.
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- Zhe Wang
- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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- Key Laboratory of Geriatric Nutrition and Health, Beijing Technology and Business University, Ministry of Education, Beijing 100048, China; China Food Flavor and Nutrition Health Innovation Center, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China; Key Laboratory of Brewing Molecular Engineering of China Light Industry, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing 100048, China
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Chen L, Wang G, Teng M, Wang L, Yang F, Jin G, Du H, Xu Y. Non-gene-editing microbiome engineering of spontaneous food fermentation microbiota-Limitation control, design control, and integration. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf 2023; 22:1902-1932. [PMID: 36880579 DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.13135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023]
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Non-gene-editing microbiome engineering (NgeME) is the rational design and control of natural microbial consortia to perform desired functions. Traditional NgeME approaches use selected environmental variables to force natural microbial consortia to perform the desired functions. Spontaneous food fermentation, the oldest kind of traditional NgeME, transforms foods into various fermented products using natural microbial networks. In traditional NgeME, spontaneous food fermentation microbiotas (SFFMs) are typically formed and controlled manually by the establishment of limiting factors in small batches with little mechanization. However, limitation control generally leads to trade-offs between efficiency and the quality of fermentation. Modern NgeME approaches based on synthetic microbial ecology have been developed using designed microbial communities to explore assembly mechanisms and target functional enhancement of SFFMs. This has greatly improved our understanding of microbiota control, but such approaches still have shortcomings compared to traditional NgeME. Here, we comprehensively describe research on mechanisms and control strategies for SFFMs based on traditional and modern NgeME. We discuss the ecological and engineering principles of the two approaches to enhance the understanding of how best to control SFFM. We also review recent applied and theoretical research on modern NgeME and propose an integrated in vitro synthetic microbiota model to bridge gaps between limitation control and design control for SFFM.
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- Liangqiang Chen
- Laboratory of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China.,Kweichow Moutai Distillery Co., Ltd., Zunyi, China
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- Kweichow Moutai Distillery Co., Ltd., Zunyi, China
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- Kweichow Moutai Distillery Co., Ltd., Zunyi, China
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- Laboratory of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
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- Laboratory of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
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- Laboratory of Brewing Microbiology and Applied Enzymology, Key Laboratory of Industrial Biotechnology of Ministry of Education, School of Biotechnology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
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Zhao Y, Wang Y, Li H, Zhou Z, Wu Z, Zhang W. Integrating metabolomics and metatranscriptomics to explore the formation pathway of aroma-active volatile phenolics and metabolic profile during industrial radish paocai fermentation. Food Res Int 2023; 167:112719. [PMID: 37087217 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.112719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2022] [Revised: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/19/2023]
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The aroma profile of industrial Sichuan paocai is formed and regulated by complex physiological and biochemical reactions and microbial metabolism, but little is known so far. In this study, we comprehensively analyzed the changes of metabolic profile and gene expression profile, mainly explored the formation pathways of two skeleton aroma-active compounds, 4-ethylphenol and 4-ethylguaiacol, and verified the pathways at multiple levels. The results showed that a total of 136 volatile metabolites and 560 non-volatile metabolites were identified in the whole fermentation process. The types and concentrations of metabolites in paocai were higher than those in brine, and gradually converged with fermentation. Differential analysis of metabolism and transcription levels were both enriched in three pathways: amino acid metabolism, phenylpropanoid metabolism and lipid metabolism. Among them, 4-ethylphenol and 4-ethylguaiacol, the products of the phenylpropanoid metabolism, were converted from p-coumaric acid and ferulic acid in plant cell walls, respectively. Under the action of decarboxylase produced by yeast (such as Debaryomyces Hansenii) and lactic acid bacteria (such as Lactobacillus versmoldensis), intermediate metabolites vinylphenols were produced, and the intermediate metabolites further produce the final products under the action of vinylphenol reductase. The key gene copy number, enzyme activity, and metabolite concentration in the pathways were detected to provide stronger evidence for the formation pathways. This study provided meaningful new insights for the development of aroma-producing enzymes and further guidance for the flavor improvement of industrial paocai.
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Investigating the mechanism of the flavor formation in Sichuan sun vinegar based on flavor-orientation and metagenomics. Curr Res Food Sci 2023; 6:100460. [PMID: 36798948 PMCID: PMC9925973 DOI: 10.1016/j.crfs.2023.100460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2022] [Revised: 02/05/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2023] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
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Fermentation and aging are the key stages of flavor formation in Sichuan sun vinegar (SSV), but the generation mechanisms of the flavor produced by these processes are unknown. However, complex microbial metabolism is critical to the flavor development of SSV. In this study, we analyzed the key flavor compounds present in SSV. Combined with odor activity value (OAV), the main aroma components of SSV were screened, and the relationship between microorganisms and key flavor formation was predicted using metagenomic sequencing technology. The results revealed 38 key flavor compounds in SSV. Lactobacillus, Weissella, Acetobacter, Lichtheimia, Pediococcus, Oenococcus, Brettanomyces, Kazachstania, Pichia, Xanthomonas, Lenconostoc are widely involved in the production of key flavor compounds such as 2,3-butanediol, 2-Furanmethanol, phenylethanol, 3-(Methylthio)-1-propanol, acetic acid, lactic acid, butyric acid, isovaleric acid and other organic acids. Among them, Lichtheimia and Lactobacillus are important genera for the degradation of starch, arabinoxylan and cellulose. The acetaldehyde,4-ethyl-2-methoxy-phenol and 2-methoxy-4-methyl-phenol production pathway may be related to Lactobacillus, Acetobacter and Brettanomyces. This study provides a new understanding of the key flavor-formation stage and flavor compound generation mechanism of SSV and provides a reference for the screening and isolation of functional strains and the reconstruction of microbial communities.
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Huang Y, Ge L, Lai H, Wang Y, Mei Y, Zeng X, Su Y, Shi Q, Yuan H, Li H, Zhu Y, Liao Q, Zuo Y, Zhao N. Seasonal alteration of environmental condition-driven shift in microbiota composition, physicochemical attributes and organic compound profiles in aged Paocai brine during intermittent back-slopping fermentation. FOOD BIOSCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2022.102111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Screening of Yeasts Isolated from Baijiu Environments for Producing 3-Methylthio-1-propanol and Optimizing Production Conditions. Foods 2022; 11:foods11223616. [PMID: 36429207 PMCID: PMC9689521 DOI: 10.3390/foods11223616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2022] [Revised: 11/04/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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3-Methylthio-1-propanol (3-Met) is widely used as a flavoring substance and an essential aroma ingredient in many foods. Producing 3-Met by microbial transformation is green and eco-friendly. In the present study, one strain, YHM-G, which produced a high level of 3-Met, was isolated from the Baijiu-producing environment. Strain YHM-G was identified as Hyphopichia burtonii according to its morphological properties, physiological and biochemical characteristics, and ribosomal large subunit 26S rRNA gene D1/D2 domain sequence analysis. The optimal conditions for 3-Met production by YHM-G were obtained by single factor design, Plackett-Burman design, steepest ascent path design and response surface methodology as follows: 42.7 g/L glucose, pH 6, 0.9 g/L yeast extract, 6 g/L L-methionine (L-Met), culture temperature 28 °C, shaking speed 210 rpm, loading volume 50 mL/250 mL, inoculum size 0.5% (v/v), culturing period 48 h and 2.5 g/L Tween-80. Under these optimal conditions, the 3-Met production by strain YHM-G was 3.16 g/L, a value 88.1% higher than that before optimization. Strain YHM-G can also produce a variety of flavor compounds that are important for many foods. This strain thus has the potential to increase the abundance of 3-Met in some fermented foods and enhance their aroma profiles.
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Miao Z, Hao H, Yan R, Wang X, Wang B, Sun J, Li Z, Zhang Y, Sun B. Individualization of Chinese alcoholic beverages: Feasibility towards a regulation of organic acids. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2022.114168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Li X, Zeng X, Song H, Xi Y, Li Y, Hui B, Li H, Li J. Characterization of the aroma profiles of cold and hot break tomato pastes by GC-O-MS, GC × GC-O-TOF-MS, and GC-IMS. Food Chem 2022; 405:134823. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2022] [Revised: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Yu H, Liu S, Qin H, Zhou Z, Zhao H, Zhang S, Mao J. Artificial intelligence-based approaches for traditional fermented alcoholic beverages' development: review and prospect. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2022; 64:2879-2889. [PMID: 36310425 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2022.2128034] [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] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Traditional fermented alcoholic beverages (TFABs) have gained widespread acceptance and enjoyed great popularity for centuries. COVID-19 pandemics lead to the surge in health demand for diet, thus TFABs once again attract increased focus for the health benefits. Though the production technology is quite mature, food companies and research institutions are looking for transformative innovation in TFABs to make healthy, nutritious offerings that give a competitive advantage in current beverage market. The implementation of intelligent platforms enables companies and researchers to gather, store and analyze data in a more convenient way. The development of data collection methods contributed to the big data environment of TFABs, providing a fresh perspective that helps brewers to observe and improve the production steps. Among data analytical tools, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is considered to be one of the most promising methodological approaches for big data analytics and decision-making of automated production, and machine learning (ML) is an important method to fulfill the goal. This review describes the development trends and challenges of TFABs in big data era and summarize the application of AI-based methods in TFABs. Finally, we provide perspectives on the potential research directions of new frontiers in application of AI approaches in the supply chain of TFABs.
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- Huakun Yu
- National Engineering Research Center for Cereal Fermentation and Food Biomanufacturing, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
- Jiangsu Provincial Research Center for Bioactive Product Processing Technology, Jiangnan University, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Cereal Fermentation and Food Biomanufacturing, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
- Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory, Guangzhou, China
- Luzhou Laojiao Group Co. Ltd, Luzhou, China
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- Luzhou Laojiao Group Co. Ltd, Luzhou, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Cereal Fermentation and Food Biomanufacturing, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
- Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory, Guangzhou, China
- Shaoxing Key Laboratory of Traditional Fermentation Food and Human Health, Jiangnan University (Shaoxing) Industrial Technology Research Institute, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Cereal Fermentation and Food Biomanufacturing, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
- Jiangsu Provincial Research Center for Bioactive Product Processing Technology, Jiangnan University, China
- School of Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
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- Luzhou Laojiao Group Co. Ltd, Luzhou, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Cereal Fermentation and Food Biomanufacturing, State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
- Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory, Guangzhou, China
- Shaoxing Key Laboratory of Traditional Fermentation Food and Human Health, Jiangnan University (Shaoxing) Industrial Technology Research Institute, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
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Ferrocino I, Rantsiou K, Cocolin L. Microbiome and -omics application in food industry. Int J Food Microbiol 2022; 377:109781. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2022.109781] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2022] [Revised: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Gao J, Qin J, Ye F, Ding F, Liu G, Li A, Ren C, Xu Y. Constructing simplified microbial consortia to improve the key flavour compounds during strong aroma-type Baijiu fermentation. Int J Food Microbiol 2022; 369:109594. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2022.109594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2021] [Revised: 02/08/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Low Quantity but Critical Contribution to Flavor: Review of The Current Understanding of Volatile Sulfur-containing Compounds in Baijiu. J Food Compost Anal 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jfca.2021.104079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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