1. Bioproduction of high-value raspberry ketone by submerged fermentation of Nidula niveo-tomentosa.
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Zhang, Yi, Goh, Kheng-Lim, Zivkovic, Vladimir, Ng, Yuen Ling, and Chow, Yvonne
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KETONES , *NUTRIENT uptake , *NUTRITIONAL status , *ULTRAVIOLET radiation , *BIOACTIVE compounds - Abstract
Raspberry ketone (RK) is a high-value bioactive component in the growing demand for natural compounds in food and flavour industries. However, limited production persists due to low-yield microorganisms and complex biosynthetic pathway. Here, an Nidula niveo-tomentosa fungi-based fermentation system was developed to investigate and optimize the cultivation parameters for natural RK production. While optimizing glucose and phenylalanine concentrations ensured sufficient substrate supply, it unexpectedly induced stress on the substrates. Despite having minimal impact on biomass growth, UV-A radiation effectively boosted RK biosynthesis, but also reaching a ceiling with extended exposure times. Younger precultures exhibited higher specific productivity, older cultures ultimately yielded more RK due to their higher inoculum concentration. Mycelial fungi, compared to fungal pellets, outperformed in RK production, likely facilitated by enhanced nutrient uptake and bioproduct transport. Ultimately, the combination of optimized parameters unlocked a peak RK yield of 154.4 mg/L, underscoring the remarkable potential for natural RK production. [Display omitted] • Raspberry ketone (RK) was biosynthezed by fungus of Nidula niveo tomentosa. • Cultication parameters were systematically investigated and optimized. • UV radiation had little effects on fungal biomass but stimulated RK production. • Mycelial fungi enhanced nutrient intake and RK external transportation. • A highest RK yield of 154.4 mg/L was achieved by submerged fungal fermentation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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