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Food Processing and Membrane Technologies: Food Industry and Microfiltration
Abstract: Membrane technologies are being used extensively in food processing because they improve the process efficiency as well quality of end product. Microfiltration is one of these most important process in food and beverage industry for separation and purification. Along with a unique pressure driven separation process, microfiltration membranes provide the removal of suspended solids, bacteria and colloids from your product while preserving valuable nutrients and flavors. Microfiltration is extensively used …
Published in International Journal of Membranes · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Bioethanol and Beyond: A Comprehensive Review on Sustainable Biofuels for Global Energy Demands and Environmental Conservation
Abstract: This comprehensive review explores the concept of "biofuels," specifically focusing on energy-enriched chemicals generated through biological processes or derived from the biomass of living organisms, including microalgae, plants, and bacteria. As the global population continues to increase, there is a growing demand for more energy supplies to enhance the quality of life. Biofuels, harnessed from various sources such as sugar, starch, and organic waste, have emerged as potential solutions to …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Microplastics in Terrestrial Ecosystems: Impacts on Soil Biodiversity, Plant Growth, and Nutrient Cycling
Abstract: Microplastics, defined as plastic particles smaller than 5 mm, have emerged as a widespread environmental contaminant in terrestrial ecosystems. Although their impacts in aquatic environments have received considerable attention, the occurrence and ecological consequences of microplastics in soil ecosystems are increasingly recognized as an important environmental concern. Agricultural practices, plastic mulching, sewage sludge application, wastewater irrigation, compost, atmospheric deposition, and the fragmentation of larger plastic materials are major pathways through …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 44–50 Read article
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Immunomodulatory and Prebiotic Activities of White Oat β-glucans (Avena sativa L.) and the Potential for a Food-base Ecofriendly Therapy
Abstract: Intestinal health is an important sanitary factor for animals and humans and is closely related to the microbiota population of the gastrointestinal tract. Correlated to this fact is the diet that is consumed, which is fundamental for the development and proliferation of ‘beneficial’ bacteria. Modulation of the intestinal microbiota can be achieved by the prebiotic activity of some polysaccharides, which are fermented by these bacteria after being able to pass …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Chrysophyta: Diagnostic Features
Abstract: Algae are the photosynthetic microorganism commonly found in the aquatic habitat whether it is marine habitats like oceans, rivers or freshwater habitats like lakes, ponds, streams etc. Algae are characterized by the presence of the different pigments in different cells. In this review work, we are presenting some of the diagnostic features of the division Chrysophyta, also known as the golden algae. They are generally unicellular with silica present in …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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A Review: A Source of Industrially Important Enzymes from Marine Actinomycetes
Abstract: Actinomycetes are Gram-positive, spore-forming, filamentous actinobacteria which usually contain G+C content of about 57–75% in their DNA. Actinomycetes are considered as a unique group of a microorganism having the characters of the true bacteria and the true fungi. Actinomycetes that have been detected from extreme conditions are considered to be sources of new enzymes of great industrial potential. They produce valuable secondary metabolites and industrially significant enzymes like pectinase, amylase, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Enhancing Fiber-Digestibility in Dairy Cows: Influence of Dietary, Management, and Environmental Factors
Abstract: The digestibility of fiber in dairy cows is a critical factor for optimizing their nutritional efficiency and overall productivity. This study explores the key dietary, management, and environmental factors influencing fiber-digestibility in the rumen. Various aspects of feed composition, such as fiber content, protein-to-fiber ratio, and the presence of anti-nutritional factors, play a significant role in determining microbial activity and rumen fermentation efficiency. Physical feed characteristics, including particle size, feed …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Food Borne Pathogens: A Threat to Dairy Industry
Abstract: Food borne diseases is the major concern along with malnutrition in developing countries and developed countries as well. Milk is rich source of nutrition with large number of pathogenic bacteria which are more susceptible to cause illness or death. Millions of people stuck with food borne outbreaks throughout the globe because of presence of pathogenic bacteria – disease causing microbiota like E. coli O157:H7, Salmonella, Shigella, Listeria, Campylobacter, S.aureus and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–36 Read article
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Optimization of Microbial Cellulose Production by the Newly Isolated Acetobacter sp. DR-1 under Laboratory Conditions
Abstract: Cellulose is the most abundant natural biopolymer on the earth, synthesized by plants, algae and also some species of bacteria. It is also produced by some animals (e.g., tunicates).Cellulose constitutes one of the three principal components present in plant, namely cellulose, hemi-cellulose and lignin. However, the degree of polymerization and crystallinity of bacterial cellulose is considerable high than that of plant cellulose. In microbes, cellulose is normally produced as exo-polysaccharide, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 108–114 Read article
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Biotherapeutic Antibacterial Activity of Some Medicinal Plants Against Predominant Bacteria Causing Dental Caries
Abstract: Dental caries is a microbial disease of the calcified tissues of the teeth, characterized by demineralization of inorganic portion and destruction of the organic substance of the tooth. It is most prevalent chronic disease affecting the human race. The in vitro antibacterial activity of some medicinal plants was studied against pathogenic bacteria causing dental caries. Leaves were extracted using petroleum ether, chloroform, acetone, methanol and distilled water. Among the five …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Crude Oil Remediation in Soil Environment using Orange (Citrus sinensis) Peel
Abstract: The research on effective performance of citrus sinensis (orange) peel was monitored in crude oil remediation in loamy soil environment. Different bioreactors with different bio-stimulant dosage of 20g, 40g, 60g, 80g, 100g of room dry and sundry samples were tested to examine the performance on microbial activities on crude oil mitigation in each bioreactor. The nutrient of the bio-stimulants was determined as pH value of 6.63, total nitrogen content of …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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A Review of Studies on Bacterial and Fungal Diversity in Wetland Ecosystems
Abstract: Wetlands provide habitat to plethora of bacteria and fungi. Though a large number of ecological studies are carried out on various wetlands all over the world, the aspects of bacterial and fungal diversity are often ignored. This is despite the fact that these microorganisms play vital role in decomposition of dead organic matter and in biogeochemical cycles. The scenario of microbial studies in India is not encouraging. Moreover in Gujarat …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 25–38 Read article
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Isolation and Characterization of Gelatinase Producing Halophilic Bacteria from the Sediments of Pichavaram Mangrove Forest, Tamil Nadu State, South India
Abstract: Microorganisms are the most important sources for production of enzyme especially bacteria which have the ability to synthesis gelatinase enzyme has been screened and isolated from Pichavaram mangrove forest soil. This enzyme is capable of degrading gelatin and collagen proteins. The organism was isolated from the mangrove sediments; the genomic DNA was extracted, amplified by 785F and 907R primers, sequenced and identified. Gelatinase producing organism was identified as Bacillus thuringiensis. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 63–70 Read article
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Understanding Food Spoilage: Mechanisms, Shelf-Life Determination, and Safety Standards
Abstract: Food spoilage poses significant challenges to the global food industry, impacting both food safety and economic sustainability. The main causes of food quality deterioration are microbial and non-microbial spoiling. Microbial spoilage primarily results from the activity of bacteria, yeasts, and molds, which thrive under favorable environmental conditions. These microorganisms can lead to food poisoning and spoilage through the production of off-flavors, discoloration, slime formation, and the accumulation of harmful toxins. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Enzymes used in Alcohol Fermentation
Abstract: Fermentation is the process that uses enzymes to cause chemical reactions in biomass feedstocks. In biochemistry, it is defined as the extraction of energy from carbohydrates in the absence of oxygen. The science of fermentation is known as zymology. Cellular respiration is the process in which a carbohydrate, like starch or sugar, is converted into an alcohol or an enzyme by an organism. Fermentation is a process in which yeast …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Advancing Climate-Resilient Agriculture: Integrative Biotechnological Approaches for Sustainable Crop Production
Abstract: Climate change presents a major challenge to global agriculture by increasing the occurrence and severity of both non-living and living stress factors, such as drought, high temperatures, salt buildup, waterlogging, and new pests and diseases. These stressors interfere with the normal functioning of plants at the physical, chemical, and genetic levels, which in turn results in lower crop yields and poorer quality. While traditional methods of plant breeding played a …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Microbial Contaminants in Commercial Beverages: Health Concerns and Suggestive Preservative Methods
Abstract: AbstractFruit juices are the important source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, essential for the growth and development of every human. However, due to the presence of various nutritive components, it provides optimal conditions for the growth of food microorganisms. Various pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria, fungus, yeasts and parasites are found to be associated with fruit juices. Many of these microbes generally enters at the time of packaging and cause various …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Antimicrobial Peptides and Bacteriophages as Next-Generation Alternatives to Conventional Antibiotics
Abstract: The growing threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria has underscored the urgent need for innovative alternatives to conventional antibiotics. Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) and bacteriophages are gaining recognition as next-generation therapeutics due to their distinct mechanisms of action and ability to target resistant pathogens effectively. AMPs, which can be natural or synthetic, disrupt microbial membranes and offer broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity with a reduced likelihood of resistance development. Bacteriophages, as bacteria-specific viruses, provide precise …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–27 Read article
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Whispers of the Microbial World: Unveiling Bacterial Dialogues through Quorum Sensing
Abstract: Quorum sensing is a special way of bacteria by which they can regulate their own gene expression as per the population density of the bacteria. It is basically a type of cell-to-cell communication pathway used by the microbes. The signal molecule which helps in this mechanism are called auto inducer(AI). As the mechanism depends by changes in the cell density, so when the cell density reaches to the threshold cell …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Pilot Study on β-lactamase Producing Escherichia coli from Bovine Milk, West Bengal
Abstract: Drug resistant bacteria have become a significant global healthcare issue that requires close attention. With regards to antibiotic resistance, E.coli and its Enterobacteriaceae family are highly notorious for their ability to swiftly spread antibiotic resistance genes, thereby posing a major concern. In order to effectively address the spread of multi drug resistant bacteria, ongoing monitoring of the microflora in milk for the presence of drug resistant genes is essential. This …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 01–05 Read article