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Dai C, Shu Z, Xu X, Yan P, Dabbour M, Kumah Mintah B, Huang L, He R, Ma H. Enhancing the growth of thermophilic Bacillus licheniformis YYC4 by low-intensity fixed-frequency continuous ultrasound. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2023; 100:106611. [PMID: 37757602 PMCID: PMC10550775 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2023.106611] [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: 08/25/2023] [Revised: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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The effect of low-intensity fixed-frequency continuous ultrasound (LIFFCU) on the growth of Bacillus licheniformis YYC4 was investigated. The changes in morphology and activity of the organism, contributing to the growth were also explored. Compared with the control, a significant increase (48.95%) in the biomass of B. licheniformis YYC4 (at the logarithmic metaphase) was observed following the LIFFCU (28 kHz, 1.5 h and 120 W (equivalent to power density of 40 W/L)) treatment. SEM images showed that ultrasonication caused sonoporation, resulting in increased membrane permeability, evidenced by increase in cellular membrane potential, electrical conductivity of the culture, extracellular protein and nucleic acid, and intracellular Ca2+ content. Furthermore, LIFFCU action remarkably increased the extracellular protease activity, volatile components of the culture medium, microbial metabolic activity, and spore germination of the strain. Therefore, LIFFCU could be used to efficiently promote the growth of targeted microorganisms.
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- Chunhua Dai
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China; Institute of Food Physical Processing, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, Benha University, P.O. Box 13736, Moshtohor, Qaluobia, Egypt
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China; Institute of Food Physical Processing, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China; Institute of Food Physical Processing, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China.
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China; Institute of Food Physical Processing, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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Influence of three ultrasound treatments on viability, culturability, cell architecture, enzymatic activity and metabolic potential of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei 90. Int Dairy J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.idairyj.2022.105371] [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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Can ultrasound treatment replace conventional high temperature short time pasteurization of milk? A critical review. Int Dairy J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.idairyj.2022.105375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Carrillo-Lopez LM, Garcia-Galicia IA, Tirado-Gallegos JM, Sanchez-Vega R, Huerta-Jimenez M, Ashokkumar M, Alarcon-Rojo AD. Recent advances in the application of ultrasound in dairy products: Effect on functional, physical, chemical, microbiological and sensory properties. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2021; 73:105467. [PMID: 33508590 PMCID: PMC7840480 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2021.105467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2020] [Revised: 01/06/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2021] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Alternative methods for improving traditional food processing have increased in the last decades. Additionally, the development of novel dairy products is gaining importance due to an increased consumer demand for palatable, healthy, and minimally processed products. Ultrasonic processing or sonication is a promising alternative technology in the food industry as it has potential to improve the technological and functional properties of milk and dairy products. This review presents a detailed summary of the latest research on the impact of high-intensity ultrasound techniques in dairy processing. It explores the ways in which ultrasound has been employed to enhance milk properties and processes of interest to the dairy industry, such as homogenization, emulsification, yogurt and fermented beverages production, and food safety. Special emphasis has been given to ultrasonic effects on milk components; fermentation and spoilage by microorganisms; and the technological, functional, and sensory properties of dairy foods. Several current and potential applications of ultrasound as a processing technique in milk applications are also discussed in this review.
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- Luis M Carrillo-Lopez
- Faculty of Animal Science and Ecology, Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Perif. Francisco R. Almada km 1, Chihuahua, Chih. 31453, Mexico; National Council of Science and Technology, Av. Insurgentes Sur 1582, Col. Crédito Constructor, Del. Benito Juárez, Ciudad de México C.P. 03940, Mexico
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Ecology, Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Perif. Francisco R. Almada km 1, Chihuahua, Chih. 31453, Mexico
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Ecology, Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Perif. Francisco R. Almada km 1, Chihuahua, Chih. 31453, Mexico
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Ecology, Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Perif. Francisco R. Almada km 1, Chihuahua, Chih. 31453, Mexico
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Ecology, Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Perif. Francisco R. Almada km 1, Chihuahua, Chih. 31453, Mexico; National Council of Science and Technology, Av. Insurgentes Sur 1582, Col. Crédito Constructor, Del. Benito Juárez, Ciudad de México C.P. 03940, Mexico.
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- Faculty of Animal Science and Ecology, Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Perif. Francisco R. Almada km 1, Chihuahua, Chih. 31453, Mexico.
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Behzadnia A, Moosavi-Nasab M, Ojha S, Tiwari BK. Exploitation of Ultrasound Technique for Enhancement of Microbial Metabolites Production. Molecules 2020; 25:E5473. [PMID: 33238482 PMCID: PMC7700470 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25225473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2020] [Revised: 11/15/2020] [Accepted: 11/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Microbial metabolites have significant impacts on our lives from providing valuable compounds for nutrition to agriculture and healthcare. Ever-growing demand for these natural compounds has led to the need for smart and efficient production techniques. Ultrasound is a multi-applicable technology widely exploited in a range of industries such as chemical, medical, biotechnological, pharmaceutical, and food processes. Depending on the type of ultrasound employed, it can be used to either monitor or drive fermentation processes. Ultrasonication can improve bioproduct productivity via intensifying the performance of living organisms. Controlled ultrasonication can influence the metabolites' biosynthesis efficiency and growth rates by improvement of cell permeability as well as mass transfer and nutrient uptake rates through cell membranes. This review contains a summarized description about suitable microbial metabolites and the applications of ultrasound technique for enhancement of the production of these metabolites as well as the associated downstream processing.
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- Asma Behzadnia
- Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, 7144165186 Shiraz, Iran
- Seafood Processing Research Group, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, 7144165186 Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, 7144165186 Shiraz, Iran
- Seafood Processing Research Group, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, 7144165186 Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Horticultural Engineering, Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy, 14469 Potsdam, Germany;
- Food Chemistry and Technology, Teagasc Food Research Centre, 53.38066 Dublin, Ireland;
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- Food Chemistry and Technology, Teagasc Food Research Centre, 53.38066 Dublin, Ireland;
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Wang T, Ma W, Jiang Z, Bi L. The penetration effect of HMME-mediated low-frequency and low-intensity ultrasound against the Staphylococcus aureus bacterial biofilm. Eur J Med Res 2020; 25:51. [PMID: 33092628 PMCID: PMC7583205 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-020-00452-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2019] [Accepted: 10/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of this study was to observe the effect of hematoporphyrin monomethyl ether (HMME)-mediated low-frequency and low-intensity ultrasound on mature and stable Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) biofilms under different ultrasound parameters. Methods The biofilm was formed after 48-h culture with stable concentration of bacterial solution. Different types of ultrasound and time were applied to the biofilm, and the ultrasonic type and time of our experiments were determined when the biofilm was not damaged. The penetration effects of low-frequency and low-intensity ultrasound were decided by the amount of HMME that penetrated into the biofilm which was determined by fluorescence spectrometry. Results The destruction of biofilms by pulse waveform was the strongest. Sinusoidal low-frequency and low-intensity ultrasound can enhance the biofilm permeability. For a period of time after the ultrasound was applied, the biofilm permeability increased, however, changes faded away over time. Conclusions Low-frequency and low-intensity sinusoidal ultrasound significantly increased the permeability of the biofilms, which was positively correlated with the time and the intensity of ultrasound. Simultaneous action of ultrasound and HMME was the most effective way to increase the permeability of the biofilms.
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- Tao Wang
- Department of Stomatology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Harbin Medical University, YinHang Street, Nangan District, P.O. Box 31, Harbin, 150001, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Harbin Medical University, YinHang Street, Nangan District, P.O. Box 31, Harbin, 150001, China
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- Department of Periodontics, WuHan First Stomatological Hospital, WuHan, 430000, China
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- Department of Stomatology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Harbin Medical University, YinHang Street, Nangan District, P.O. Box 31, Harbin, 150001, China.
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Acin-Albiac M, Filannino P, Gobbetti M, Di Cagno R. Microbial high throughput phenomics: The potential of an irreplaceable omics. Comput Struct Biotechnol J 2020; 18:2290-2299. [PMID: 32994888 PMCID: PMC7490730 DOI: 10.1016/j.csbj.2020.08.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 08/07/2020] [Accepted: 08/08/2020] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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The phenotype-genotype landscape is a projection coming from detailed phenotypic and genotypic data under environmental pressure. Although phenome of microbes or microbial consortia mirrors the functional expression of a genome or set of genomes, metabolic traits rely on the phenotype. Phenomics has the potential to revolution functional genomics. In this review, we discuss why and how phenomics was developed. We described how phenomics may extend our understanding of the assembly of microbial consortia and their functionality, and then we outlined the novel applications within the study of phenomes using Omnilog platform together with a revision of its current application to study lactic acid bacteria (LAB) metabolic traits during food processing. LAB were proposed as a suitable model system to analyze and discuss the implementation and exploitation of this emerging omics approach. We introduced the 'phenotype switching', as a new phenotype microarray approach to get insights in bacterial physiology. An overview of methodologies and tools to manage and analyze the generated data was provided. Finally, pro and cons of pipelines developed so far, including the most innovative ones were critically analyzed. We propose an R pipeline, recently deposited, which allows to automatically analyze Omnilog data integrating the latest approaches and implementing the new concepts described here.
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- Marta Acin-Albiac
- Faculty of Science and Technology, Free University of Bolzano, Bolzano, Italy
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- Department of Soil, Plant and Food Science, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Bari, Italy
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Free University of Bolzano, Bolzano, Italy
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Free University of Bolzano, Bolzano, Italy
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Behzadnia A, Moosavi-Nasab M, Tiwari BK, Setoodeh P. Lactobacillus plantarum-derived biosurfactant: Ultrasound-induced production and characterization. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2020; 65:105037. [PMID: 32179260 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2020.105037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2019] [Revised: 02/12/2020] [Accepted: 02/13/2020] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of ultrasonic treatment (25 kHz) on biosurfactant production by Lactobacillus plantarum ATCC 8014. The impacts of the ultrasonication (with a frequency of 25 kHz and power of 7.4 W for 30 min time duration) were examined at different stages of the fermentation process to obtain the optimum stimulation instant(s). The optimum scenario was found to be one-time sonication at the 12th hour of fermentation which can be beneficial from an economic point of view (compared with multiple applications of sonication). Ultrasonic treatment at this time resulted in enhancement of the productivities of biomass (4.5 g/L) and biosurfactant (2.01 g/L) which was almost 1.3 times higher than those of the non-sonicated control samples. According to our results, it was clearly observed that glucose consumption increased after ultrasonic treatment representing the improved substrate uptake and progression of the cellular metabolism. Furthermore, the transmission electron microscopic images immediately after sonication clarified the pore formation on the cell surfaces. The results also indicated the enhancement of plasma membrane permeability of the sonicated cells. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy analyses also disclosed respectively no structural differences before and after ultrasonic exposure in the produced biosurfactant and bacterial cell membrane. The biosurfactant was characterized to be a mixture of carbohydrate (28%), protein (23%) and lipid (specified by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry) known as glycolipoprotein. The sustainable critical micelle concentration and the stability of the synthesized biosurfactant can feature its potential applicability in various processes in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
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- Asma Behzadnia
- Seafood Processing Research Group, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran; Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
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- Seafood Processing Research Group, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran; Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran.
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- Food Chemistry and Technology, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
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Al Daccache M, Koubaa M, Salameh D, Maroun RG, Louka N, Vorobiev E. Ultrasound-assisted fermentation for cider production from Lebanese apples. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2020; 63:104952. [PMID: 31945563 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2019.104952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2019] [Revised: 12/25/2019] [Accepted: 12/27/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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The present work studies the impact of low-intensity ultrasound (US) on Hanseniaspora sp. yeast fermentations. The effect of pulse duration and growth phase on US application was first evaluated using a synthetic medium. The optimal conditions were then applied to apple juice US-assisted fermentation. An US treatment chamber was first designed to allow the recycling of the culture medium. The optimal US pulse duration on the yeast growth rate was of 0.5 s followed by 6 s rest period, and during 6 h of both Lag and Log phases. These US parameters led to a faster consumption of glucose in the medium during the fermentation, compared to the untreated culture. The impact of US was also depending on the growth phase, showing higher sensitivity of the yeast to US during the Lag phase rather than the Log phase. US-assisted fermentation of apple juice showed a significant increase in biomass growth and glucose consumption, along with a significant decrease in the ethanol yield. The fastest growth kinetic (by 52%), and the highest ethanol reduction (by 0.55% (v, v)) were obtained for the treatment during the first 12 h of fermentation, thereby, the stationary phase was reached faster, and the maximum biomass growth rate was 10 folds higher compared to the untreated culture. The results obtained in this study demonstrated the promising efficiency of US-assisted fermentation in stimulating the biomass growth and reducing the ethanol content in alcoholic beverages.
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- Marina Al Daccache
- Sorbonne University, Université de technologie de Compiègne, ESCOM, EA 4297 TIMR, Centre de recherche Royallieu, CS 60319, 60203 Compiègne cedex, France; Faculté des Sciences, Centre d'Analyses et de Recherche, UR TVA, Laboratoire CTA, Université Saint-Joseph, Beyrouth, Lebanon
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- ESCOM, UTC, EA 4297 TIMR, 1 allée du réseau Jean-Marie Buckmaster, 60200 Compiègne, France.
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- Faculté des Sciences, Centre d'Analyses et de Recherche, UR TVA, Laboratoire CTA, Université Saint-Joseph, Beyrouth, Lebanon
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- Faculté des Sciences, Centre d'Analyses et de Recherche, UR TVA, Laboratoire CTA, Université Saint-Joseph, Beyrouth, Lebanon
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- Faculté des Sciences, Centre d'Analyses et de Recherche, UR TVA, Laboratoire CTA, Université Saint-Joseph, Beyrouth, Lebanon
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- Sorbonne University, Université de technologie de Compiègne, ESCOM, EA 4297 TIMR, Centre de recherche Royallieu, CS 60319, 60203 Compiègne cedex, France
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Behzadnia A, Moosavi-Nasab M, Tiwari BK. Stimulation of biosurfactant production by Lactobacillus plantarum using ultrasound. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2019; 59:104724. [PMID: 31421618 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2019.104724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2019] [Revised: 07/15/2019] [Accepted: 08/04/2019] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Due to their nonpathogenic status, biosurfactants produced by Lactobacillus strains have been shown to have potential applicability in several industrial sectors, particularly food and pharmaceutical industries. However, products with high efficiency are needed to fulfill the demand for these biosurfactants. Therefore, the present study investigated kinetic parameters, biomass and biosurfactant production of Lactobacillus plantarum ATCC 8014 applying standard MRS and modified MRS (supplemented standard MRS by nitrogen and carbon sources) culture medium under various ultrasonic frequencies of 20, 25, 35, 45, 130 and 950 kHz to obtain more efficient conditions. The optimum conditions were found when using the modified MRS treated by the frequency of 25 kHz (the power of 7.4 W) for 30 min, which led to a significant effect on the growth rate (µmax, h-1) rather than control. Furthermore, this condition caused the highest population (10.07 ± 0.1 log CFU/mL) and biomass concentration (4.33 ± 0.06 g/L), and lowest surface tension (39.26 ± 0.5 mN/m), leading to higher biosurfactant production. Hence, given the results of the present study, it can be established that controlled ultrasound exposure and supplementation of culture media using the main growth factors can intensify the microbial activity and the productivity of biological processes.
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- Asma Behzadnia
- Department of Food Science and Technology, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran; Seafood Processing Research Group, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran.
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- Food Chemistry and Technology, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Dublin, Ireland
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Shiferaw Terefe N, Augustin MA. Fermentation for tailoring the technological and health related functionality of food products. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2019; 60:2887-2913. [PMID: 31583891 DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2019.1666250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Fermented foods are experiencing a resurgence due to the consumers' growing interest in foods that are natural and health promoting. Microbial fermentation is a biotechnological process which transforms food raw materials into palatable, nutritious and healthy food products. Fermentation imparts unique aroma, flavor and texture to food, improves digestibility, degrades anti-nutritional factors, toxins and allergens, converts phytochemicals such as polyphenols into more bioactive and bioavailable forms, and enriches the nutritional quality of food. Fermentation also modifies the physical functional properties of food materials, rendering them differentiated ingredients for use in formulated foods. The science of fermentation and the technological and health functionality of fermented foods is reviewed considering the growing interest worldwide in fermented foods and beverages and the huge potential of the technology for reducing food loss and improving nutritional food security.
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Inguglia ES, Tiwari BK, Kerry JP, Burgess CM. Effects of high intensity ultrasound on the inactivation profiles of Escherichia coli K12 and Listeria innocua with salt and salt replacers. ULTRASONICS SONOCHEMISTRY 2018; 48:492-498. [PMID: 30080576 DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2018.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2018] [Revised: 05/09/2018] [Accepted: 05/10/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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This study investigated the efficacy of power ultrasound (US) for the inactivation of Escherichia coli and Listeria innocua in the presence of sodium salt and salt replacers. Inoculated bacteria suspensions were treated at ultrasonic frequencies of 33 or 20 kHz alone or in combination, and in the presence of 5% NaCl, 5% KCl or 5% NaCl/KCl. Inactivation curves were fitted to the Weibull and the Biphasic models. The goodness of the fit for each model was evaluated based on R2 and RMSE, while AIC and BIC values were used to choose the best model predictor. The Weibull and the biphasic models showed high regression coefficient (R2 > 0.99) and low RMSE (<0.03) values. According to the results, inactivation up to 6 log for E. coli K12 and to 4 log for L. innocua could be achieved within one hour of ultrasound treatment. However, the presence of NaCl, or its substitution with KCl did not affect the degree of inhibition for both microorganisms. The results of this study suggest that power ultrasound treatment may be employed for the inactivation of microorganisms when low salt or salt substitutes are employed.
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- Elena S Inguglia
- Department of Food Chemistry & Technology, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, Dublin 15, Ireland; Food Packaging Group, School of Food and Nutritional Sciences, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Department of Food Chemistry & Technology, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, Dublin 15, Ireland.
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- Food Packaging Group, School of Food and Nutritional Sciences, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Department of Food Safety, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, Dublin 15, Ireland
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