Article
Microbiology
Linxuan Zhang, Fanli Meng, Wei Ge, Yue Ren, Hangbin Bao, Chengming Tian
Summary: This study investigated the effects of Colletotrichum gloeosporioides and poplar secondary metabolites on the composition of poplar phyllosphere microbial communities. The results revealed that the inoculation of the pathogen had a greater impact on the fungal community than the bacterial community. Coumarins, organic acids, and flavonoids may have recruitment effects on phyllosphere microorganisms, while indoles may have inhibitory effects. These findings provide a theoretical basis for the prevention and control of poplar anthracnose.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2023)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jiaqi Liu, Guangzhi Dai, Youming Zhang, Xiaoying Bian
Summary: This review article discusses the latest advances in synthetic biology tools and strategies for optimizing secondary metabolite production in non-model microorganisms. The importance of developing broader non-model microbial chassis as programmable heterologous hosts is highlighted, along with the successful applications of heterologous production of complex secondary metabolites. The perspective of developing ideal cell factories in the artificial intelligence-driven genome era is also emphasized.
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Morten Lindqvist Hansen, Mario Wibowo, Scott Alexander Jarmusch, Thomas Ostenfeld Larsen, Lars Jelsbak
Summary: Soil and rhizosphere microbiomes play important roles in suppressing plant pathogens through the production of antagonistic secondary metabolites. This study investigates how interactions within the Pseudomonas genus affect their production of antimicrobial metabolites. The researchers found that P. capeferrum species can modulate secondary metabolite production in P. protegens through two distinct mechanisms. They also discovered that the interaction between the two species leads to changes in specific metabolite production. These findings have implications for improving the efficacy of biocontrol strains and consortia.
Article
Plant Sciences
Ping Sun, Jiaqi Wu, Xianrui Lin, Yi Wang, Jianxi Zhu, Chenfei Chen, Yanqiao Wang, Huijuan Jia, Jiansheng Shen
Summary: Ozonated water significantly increased bacterial and fungal richness while decreasing fungal diversity, with no significant impact on bacterial diversity. Ozonated water was more effective than mancozeb and thiophanate-methyl in reducing the relative abundance of harmful fungi and enriching beneficial bacteria, indicating its potential as a biocide.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Klaus Ringsborg Westphal, Soren Heidelbach, Emil Juel Zeuner, Marie Riisgaard-Jensen, Morten Eneberg Nielsen, Sofie Zacho Vestergaard, Nicolai Sundgaard Bekker, Jesper Skovmark, Christian Kjaer Olesen, Katrine Hartmann Thomsen, Sara Kramer Niebling, Jens Laurids Sorensen, Teis Esben Sondergaard
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impact of four different manufacturers' PDA media on the metabolite profile of four species of Fusarium, revealing statistically significant differences in intensity for 9 out of 10 metabolites analyzed using HPLC-HRMS.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Shobit Thapa, Radha Prasanna, Balasubramanian Ramakrishnan, Himanshu Mahawar, Asha Bharti, Aundy Kumar, Kulandaivelu Velmourougane, Yashbir Singh Shivay, Arun Kumar
Summary: This study highlights the importance of utilizing phyllospheric microbes as change-agents to engineer microbial communities for inhibiting fungal pathogen progression in rice crops. The root-shoot linkages play a critical role in the effective biocontrol of indigenous microbes, applied as soil drench or foliar agents. Different microbial inoculation methods show significant effects on chlorophyll concentrations, enzyme activities, and gene abundances, demonstrating the potential for environmentally friendly disease management strategies.
PHYSIOLOGICAL AND MOLECULAR PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohneesh Kalwani, Hillol Chakdar, Amit Srivastava, Sunil Pabbi, Pratyoosh Shukla
Summary: Modern agriculture relies heavily on synthetic fertilizers, but nanofertilizers provide an innovative, efficient, and eco-friendly alternative. They release nutrients slowly to support plant growth and conserve beneficial microbiome diversity, although there are still challenges related to production, transportation, and dosage sensitivity.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jose Antonio Magdalena, Silvia Greses, Cristina Gonzalez-Fernandez
Summary: Organic fraction of municipal solid waste (OFMSW) is a promising feedstock for bioethanol production due to its richness in cellulosic materials. The remaining residue after fermentation and distillation can be utilized for anaerobic digestion (AD) to produce methane and offset production costs. The sequential combination of fermentation and AD processes allows for the conversion of organic residues into marketable bioenergy products, with potential methane production and cost reduction benefits.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Review
Plant Sciences
Raghuram Badmi, Anupam Gogoi, Barbara Doyle Prestwich
Summary: Strawberry, a high-value commercial crop and a model for the economically important Rosaceae family, is susceptible to attack by various pathogens. To defend against diseases, strawberry produces secondary metabolites, including terpenes, allergen-like pathogenesis-related proteins, and flavonoids. The synthesis of these metabolites is induced by pathogen attack and influenced by beneficial microbes and environmental factors. Understanding the role of these metabolites is crucial for improving strawberry crop quality through gene editing techniques such as CRISPR-Cas9.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Dan Xu, Mengyao Xue, Zhen Shen, Xiaowei Jia, Xuwen Hou, Daowan Lai, Ligang Zhou
Summary: Fungal phytotoxic secondary metabolites are toxic substances produced by fungi through biochemical reactions, with a high level of diversity in their properties. These metabolites are mainly isolated from phytopathogenic fungal species, with aromatic polyketides and sesquiterpenoids being the main phytotoxic compounds.
Article
Horticulture
Kristyna Simkova, Robert Veberic, Metka Hudina, Nika Cvelbar Weber, Tina Smrke, Mariana Cecilia Grohar, Tea Ivancic, Massimiliano Pelacci, Aljaz Medic, Jerneja Jakopic
Summary: This study investigated the differences in the distribution of primary and secondary metabolites in four strawberry cultivars. Results showed that the outer part of the fruit had lower pH, higher organic acid content, and lower glucose and fructose content. Differences were also observed in the total phenolic and anthocyanin contents, which were always higher in the outer part. The study emphasizes the need for proper mixing of samples before extractions to obtain representative results.
Review
Agricultural Engineering
Vinod Kumar, Vivek Ahluwalia, Saurabh Saran, Jitendra Kumar, Anil Kumar Patel, Reeta Rani Singhania
Summary: Microbial secondary metabolites play a major role in various industries and are produced during fermentation process. Solid-state fermentation provides a natural environment for microorganisms to adapt. Advanced techniques in bioprocessing have been developed to improve microbial SMs production.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Aurelie Etier, Fabien Dumetz, Sylvain Chereau, Nadia Ponts
Summary: Studies have shown that histone post-translational modifications play a crucial role in biological processes of fungi, particularly in regulating primary and secondary metabolisms of filamentous fungi.
Review
Microbiology
Yoshihiro Usuda, Yousuke Nishio, Gen Nonaka, Yoshihiko Hara
Summary: Pantoea ananatis is a versatile bacterium that can both harm and benefit plants. It has been found to promote plant growth and increase crop yield, while also causing plant diseases. Through genome engineering, specific strains of P. ananatis have been developed to produce useful substances such as amino acids and secondary metabolites. This research is important for the future development of microbial production of high-value-added substances derived from plants.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Shiyuan Ma, Zhichao Shang, Jie Chen, Yaojia Shen, Zijian Li, Dan Huang, Huibo Luo
Summary: This study found differences in the microbial community structure, potential functions, and volatile metabolites of Nongxiangxing daqu samples from different production areas in China. Certain microorganisms could be considered as biomarkers for discriminating daqu origin. Additionally, differential metabolites were identified, and co-occurrence network analysis revealed correlations between differential microorganisms and volatile metabolites in daqu. Function prediction and pathway enrichment analysis further highlighted differences in the functions of daqu samples, particularly related to amino acid metabolism, fatty acid metabolism, and carbon metabolism.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Fani Ntana, Sean R. Johnson, Bjorn Hamberger, Birgit Jensen, Hans J. L. Jorgensen, David B. Collinge
Summary: Specialised metabolites produced during plant-fungal associations play crucial roles in defining and establishing symbiotic relationships. However, they are often overlooked in studying plant-microbe interactions. This study investigated how the specialised metabolism of tomato plants is regulated during a mutualistic symbiotic association with the root endophyte Serendipita indica. The results showed that the presence of S. indica induced the expression of genes involved in the biosynthesis of specific compounds in both roots and leaves, while the expression levels of other pathways were lower.
Article
Archaeology
Camilla Jul Bastholm, Anne Mette Madsen, Birgitte Andersen, Jens Christian Frisvad, Jane Richter
Summary: Within the last decade, fungal colonisations have increased in Danish museum repositories. This study characterised a fungal colonisation in a museum repository and found that low humidity fungi were the main issue, questioning the effectiveness of the environmental guidelines in preventing fungal growth.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2022)
Article
Mycology
Maria Luisa Maldonado, Andrea Patriarca, Patricia Mc Cargo, Leopoldo Iannone, Vicente Sanchis, Kristian Fog Nielsen, Virginia Fernandez Pinto
Summary: The study compared two populations of P. expansum from Argentina and Spain, finding no significant differences in morphology, secondary metabolite profiles, patulin accumulation, and phylogenetic analysis. Greater diversity of P. expansum was observed in Spain compared to Argentina, possibly due to haplotype exchange between the two countries and subsequent adaptation to environmental conditions or apple varieties grown in each region.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maria Agustina Pavicich, Kristian Fog Nielsen, Andrea Patriarca
Summary: This study characterized the morphology and chemistry of Alternaria isolates from apples, finding low morphological diversity and high chemical diversity. The isolates from conventional apples showed a wider range of metabolites, with a prevalence of altertoxins and alternariols. Isolates from mouldy core had higher ability to produce metabolites from different chemical families than those from external lesions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Alfredo Reyes Tena, Jose Manuel Gutierrez Ortega, Marcela Sarabia, Pablo Jaramillo Lopez, Sylvia Patricia Fernandez Pavia, Nuria Gomez Dorantes, Gerardo Rodriguez Alvarado, John Larsen
Summary: Chili pepper production in Mexico is associated with excessive use of agrochemicals, causing environmental and health problems. This study investigated the potential use of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) as a biological alternative for disease control and crop nutrition in chili pepper production. The results showed that different chili pepper genotypes responded differently to AMF inoculation and root pathogen infection. The Chilaca landrace genotype exhibited resistance to the root pathogen and also promoted plant growth. This resistance could be used in plant breeding programs to develop more resistant chili pepper varieties. Pre-inoculating chili pepper transplants with AMF could also benefit growers in terms of plant growth promotion.
Article
Ecology
Raul Omar Real-Santillan, Ek del-Val, Rocio Cruz-Ortega, Venecia Quesada-Bejar, Griselda Garcia-Gomez, Miguel Bernardo Najera-Rincon, John Larsen
Summary: Mexico is the center of maize domestication and has a wide variety of landrace genotypes that are economically, culturally, and socially important. These landrace maize genotypes are mainly grown by smallholder farmers for local and specialized culinary markets. However, all maize genotypes are vulnerable to insect herbivory, particularly from Fall Armyworm and White grub larvae, which cause significant yield losses by feeding on leaves and roots, respectively. This study examined the response of landrace and hybrid maize genotypes to foliar and root feeding insects and found that landrace maize genotypes suffered more from herbivory by Fall Armyworm than hybrid maize genotypes. For root herbivory, there were no clear differences between landrace and hybrid maize, and only one out of the five genotypes for each type of maize was negatively affected by the presence of White grubs. These findings highlight the importance of considering different pest management strategies for maize genotypes in agroecosystems.
ARTHROPOD-PLANT INTERACTIONS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Isaac A. Salmeron-Santiago, Miguel Martinez-Trujillo, Juan J. Valdez-Alarcon, Martha E. Pedraza-Santos, Gustavo Santoyo, Pedro A. Lopez, John Larsen, Maria J. Pozo, Ana T. Chavez-Barcenas
Summary: The exchange of P and C between plants and AMF is crucial for their mutualistic symbiosis. Tomato plants inoculated with R. irregularis showed increased growth response under Low P, but similar response to non-inoculated plants under High P. AMF colonization was reduced under High P, but accumulation of AMF biomass and spores was higher under Low P. Our results suggest that P-limiting conditions can stimulate plant growth through increased source and sink strength, which is influenced by AMF performance.
PHYSIOLOGIA PLANTARUM
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Ana Silva-Galicia, John Larsen, Ricardo alvarez-Espino, Eliane Ceccon
Summary: The La Montana region in southern Mexico is a highly modified landscape with extreme poverty, where an Indigenous NGO named Xuajin Me'Phaa implements productive restoration projects and trades organic hibiscus as its main source of income. However, the current yield of organic hibiscus is low compared to the region's potential. This study assessed the impact of different fertilization protocols on hibiscus productivity and found that an agroforestry system with a denser arrangement of Calliandra houstoniana trees, mulching, and the use of mucuna green manure showed promise for organic hibiscus production.
RENEWABLE AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Alfia Khairullina, Nikola Micic, Hans J. Lyngs Jorgensen, Nanna Bjarnholt, Leif Bulow, David B. Collinge, Birgit Jensen
Summary: The fungal biocontrol agent Clonostachys rosea is effective in reducing Fusarium graminearum DNA and DON toxin accumulation in oat, and can activate resistance-related gene expression. These findings suggest that C. rosea has potential as a biocontrol agent against Fusarium head blight in oat.
Article
Microbiology
Edoardo Piombo, Micol Guaschino, Dan Funck Jensen, Magnus Karlsson, Mukesh Dubey
Summary: This study investigates the composition and activity of fungal secretomes in mycoparasitic and beneficial fungal-plant interactions. The research reveals the importance of secreted proteins in these interactions and identifies potential proteins involved in plant defense and fungal virulence. The findings contribute to our understanding of Clonostachys spp. adaptation and provide a basis for future biocontrol strategies.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Soil Science
Aikaterini Efthymiou, Ines Nunes, Birgit Jensen, Iver Jakobsen
Summary: The application of sewage sludge biochar (SSB) in agriculture has the potential to detoxify and recycle nutrient-rich sludge. This study investigated the effects of SSB and Penicillium aculeatum on bacterial communities in wheat rhizosphere and bulk soil. The results showed that SSB increased alpha diversity and induced taxon-specific shifts, primarily driven by increases in soil P availability and soil pH. The application of P. aculeatum had smaller effects on bacterial communities, mainly in rhizosphere soil.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Raul Omar Real-Santillan, Ek del-Val, Trevor Williams, Ana Mabel Martinez-Castillo, Mayra E. Gavito, Hexon Angel Cornejo-Contreras, Tsiri Diaz, Griselda Garcia-Gomez, John Larsen
Summary: Drought events have significant effects on crop productivity and biological control in the context of current climate change.
JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Tsiri Diaz, Jorge Contreras-Garduno, Ek del -Val, Jamiht Maranon, John Larsen
Summary: Soil microorganisms and honey bees are vital for plant growth and nutrition, yet our understanding of their interactions and how they are affected by pesticide application remains limited. In this greenhouse experiment with vetch, the fungicide Benomyl was found to strongly impact key root and soil microorganisms, leading to phenotypic changes in plant development and significant effects on honey bee nutrition, health, and honey production. These findings highlight the importance of investigating non-target effects of pesticides on multitrophic interactions in order to assess their environmental impacts.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Cristina Carpino, Evangelia Loukou, Miguel Chen Austin, Birgitte Andersen, Dafni Mora, Natale Arcuri
Summary: Research on nearly zero-energy buildings has mainly focused on energy saving, technical and economic optimization, with some studies on comfort and indoor air quality. However, the potential risks of fungal growth in low-energy buildings during the operational phase have not been extensively investigated. This study aims to analyze previous research on microbial contamination in zero-energy buildings to identify risks and strategies to prevent mold proliferation. The main findings highlight that high insulation and inadequate ventilation are the main causes of fungal growth in energy-efficient buildings, emphasizing the need for more detailed regulations in this area.
Article
Microbiology
Thea Jepsen, Birgit Jensen, Niels O. G. Jorgensen
Summary: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) produced by Streptomyces can effectively inhibit infection by Colletotrichum acutatum and reduce rot in apples. The specific VOCs responsible for this inhibition are still unknown.
CURRENT RESEARCH IN MICROBIAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Guangfei Wei, Yichuan Liang, Guozhuang Zhang, Zhaoyu Zhang, Yongqing Zhang, Shilin Chen, Linlin Dong
Summary: This study investigated the presence of fungi on the surface of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb and found that it is easily contaminated by toxigenic fungi and mycotoxins, posing a health risk for consumers. The results also showed that sampling location and processing can influence the assembly and network complexity of the surface microbiome of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Gabriele Busetta, Giuliana Garofalo, Salvatore Claps, Maria Teresa Sardina, Elena Franciosi, Antonio Alfonzo, Nicola Francesca, Giancarlo Moschetti, Luca Settanni, Raimondo Gaglio
Summary: This study evaluates the microbial diversity of wooden shelves used for the ripening of PDO Pecorino di Filiano and PGI Canestrato di Moliterno cheeses. The results show a strict correlation between the microbiota of wooden shelves and cheese rinds, indicating the positive role of wooden shelves in the cheese ripening process.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Massimo Todaro, Giuliana Garofalo, Gabriele Busetta, Riccardo Gannuscio, Ambra Rita Di Rosa, Maria Luisa Scatassa, Cinzia Cardamone, Isabella Mancuso, Elena Franciosi, Fatima Rando, Monica Agnolucci, Vincenzo Chiofalo, Raimondo Gaglio, Luca Settanni
Summary: This study aimed to reduce the production time of PDO Pecorino Siciliano cheese by comparing two cooking methods and assessing their impact on microbiological composition and lactic acid bacteria populations. The results showed that the different cooking methods did not affect the physicochemical characteristics of the cheese, and sensory evaluation confirmed that the modified production protocol did not significantly alter the product characteristics and overall acceptance. Therefore, cooking under hot water proved to be an effective way to reduce the transformation duration while maintaining the typicality of PDO Pecorino Siciliano cheese.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yingying Sun, Yana Liu, Weiwei Zhou, Lele Shao, Han Wang, Yijie Zhao, Bo Zou, Xingmin Li, Ruitong Dai
Summary: The study evaluates the effect of Ohmic heating (OH) at various voltage gradients and water bath on microbial inactivation, physicochemical and sensory properties, and microbial flora of pasteurized milk. Results show that OH with higher voltage effectively inactivates microorganisms, slows down lipid oxidation, and maintains sensory quality and amino acids content of milk. The microbial community in milk treated with OH remains relatively stable during storage.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Minjin Oh, Ana Cevallos-Urena, Byoung Sik Kim
Summary: In this study, two bacteriophages, PECP14 and PECP20, infecting Escherichia coli O157:H7 were isolated and found to be stable under different environmental conditions. These phages exhibited specificity in targeting different host receptors and demonstrated the ability to infect other foodborne pathogens. The efficacy of phage treatment was demonstrated through rapid adsorption and bacterial lysis. Furthermore, purified endolysins derived from these phages showed remarkable bacteriolytic activity not only against E. coli O157:H7 but also against other pathogens. These findings suggest that these phages and their endolysins can be used for biological control of E. coli O157:H7 in various stages of agricultural product production.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Filippo Marzoli, Michela Bertola, Juliane Pinarelli Fazion, Giulia Cento, Pietro Antonelli, Beatrice Dolzan, Lisa Barco, Simone Belluco
Summary: Insects are a sustainable and protein-rich food source, and Salmonella is a common pathogen in insects. This systematic review aims to collect and evaluate existing studies on the occurrence of Salmonella in crickets and mealworms. Although the number of studies is limited and there are some limitations, this review highlights the importance of obtaining reliable data on the presence of Salmonella in insects, considering the growing market and increased farming scale.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Lucas Chikhi, Melanie Mancier, Hubert Brugere, Bertrand Lombard, Lyazrhi Faouzi, Laurent Guillier, Nathalie Gnanou Besse
Summary: Listeriosis is a severe foodborne disease with a high mortality rate, mainly caused by L. monocytogenes. The EU regulation sets qualitative or quantitative food safety criteria for L. monocytogenes and recommends the use of EN ISO 11290-1 as the reference detection method. Our study compares alternative certified methods for detecting L. monocytogenes, highlighting the importance of diversifying available detection methods.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Christina A. M. DeWitt, Kevin A. Nelson, Hyung Joo Kim, David H. Kingsley
Summary: High pressure processing (HPP) is a non-thermal method that can effectively inactivate pathogens. Research has shown that applying high pressure to thawed samples in an ultra-low temperature environment enhances the inactivation of norovirus.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Suzane Manzini, Thaina Valente Bertozzo, Isabella Neves Aires, Nassarah Jabur Lot Rodrigues, Amanda Bezerra Bertolini, Marcela Alexandrino, Jackieline Sampaio Steinle, Renata Pimentel Bandeira de Melo, Rinaldo Aparecido Mota, Maria Izabel Merino de Medeiros, Virginia Bodelao Richini-Pereira, Vera Claudia Lorenzetti Magalhaes Curci, Simone Baldini Lucheis
Summary: This study detected Toxoplasma gondii DNA in raw bovine milk samples from expansion tanks in small properties located in different cities of the Midwest region of Sa similar to o Paulo, Brazil using PCR. The results showed that the TgNP1 and TgNP2 genes were more efficient in detecting T. gondii DNA, highlighting the importance of raw bovine milk as a potential source of human infections caused by this parasite, and emphasizing the need for proper pasteurization and further understanding of the epidemiology of this protozoan.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Luca Bolzoni, Mauro Conter, Luca Lamperti, Erika Scaltriti, Marina Morganti, Antonio Poeta, Marco Vecchi, Silvia Paglioli, Alessandra Rampini, Paolo Ramoni, Daniela De Vita, Cristina Bacci, Martina Rega, Laura Andriani, Stefano Pongolini, Silvia Bonardi
Summary: This study assessed the role of equids as carriers of Salmonella and the occurrence of contaminated equid carcasses during the slaughter process. Salmonella was detected in a small percentage of equids' caecal contents, but not in carcass samples. Additionally, a genetic match was found between Salmonella strains from horse caecal contents and human cases, suggesting a link between horse meat consumption and salmonellosis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Daria Nowinski, Tomasz Czapka, Irena Maliszewska
Summary: The effect of multiple sublethal doses of non-thermal plasma treatments on phenotypical changes and the reduction in phytopathogenicity of three species of fungi was investigated. The plasma damaged the surface of the fungal hyphae, decreased their dry biomass, and affected the activity of pectinase and xylanase. Furthermore, the plasma treatments increased the germination rate of artificially infected cucumber seeds and resulted in plants with higher biomass and longer roots and stems. However, the reduction in phytopathogenicity was not complete after the multiple plasma treatments.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2024)
