scholarly journals Tamarind extract pretreatment: Valorization of sugarcane bagasse for cellulase production by Aspergillus flavus

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 25-34
Author(s):  
M. O. Kazeem ◽  
K. A. Ajijolakewu ◽  
A.M. Ahmed El - Imam ◽  
R. B. Salau
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Aspergillus Flavus ◽  
Sugarcane Bagasse ◽  
Colour Change ◽  
Cellulase Production ◽  
Reducing Sugar ◽  
Chemical Pretreatment ◽  
Highest Weight ◽  
Filter Paper Assay ◽  
Carboxy Methyl

Effective pretreatment is crucial for cellulase production from sugarcane bagasse. Pretreatment with tamarind extract could reduce the hazardous effect associated with chemical pretreatment. The present work investigated tamarind (Tamarindus indica) extract in combination with H2SO4 and thermal pretreatment of sugarcane bagasse for cellulase production by Aspergillus flavus. The sugarcane bagasse was pretreated with tamarind extract pH 2 and pH 4, followed by 1% H2SO4 and thermal treatment at 121°C for 15 min. The pretreatment slurry was analysed for reducing sugar while solid bagasse was analysed for weight loss. Aspergillus flavus grew on sugarcane bagasse under solid state fermentation and the Carboxy Methyl Cellulase (CMCase) and Filter Paper Assay (FPA) activities were compared on the various pretreatments. The pretreatments changed the visible morphology of the sugarcane bagasse observed by the swelling, fibrous appearance and colour change. Pretreatment slurry yielded highest soluble reducing sugar at 60.01 mg/ml in tamarind extract (pH 4/1% H2SO4 ) and highest weight  loss of solids at 73.70% in tamarind extract (pH 2/1% H2SO4 /thermal 121°C). Aspergillus flavus performed better on tamarind extract (pH 2/1% H2SO4 ) by producing optimal CMCase and FPA activities at 0.100 U/ml and 0.409 U/ml respectively after 3 days of fermentation. Cellulase was maximally active at temperature of 50 °C. The tamarind extract pretreatment successfully proved to be an alternative organo-chemical pretreatment of sugarcane bagasse as evidenced by the physical properties, soluble reducing sugars and cellulase activities. Keywords: Aspergillus flavus, Cellulase, Pretreatment, Sugarcane bagasse, Tamarind extract

scholarly journals Valorization of sugarcane bagasse by chemical pretreatment and enzyme mediated deconstruction

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vihang S. Thite ◽  
Anuradha S. Nerurkar
Keyword(s):  
Cell Wall ◽  
Sugarcane Bagasse ◽  
Structural Changes ◽  
Enzymatic Saccharification ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Gravimetric Analysis ◽  
Chemical Pretreatment ◽  
Cell Wall Degrading Enzymes ◽  
First Time ◽  
Soluble Components

Abstract After chemical pretreatment, improved amenability of agrowaste biomass for enzymatic saccharification needs an understanding of the effect exerted by pretreatments on biomass for enzymatic deconstruction. In present studies, NaOH, NH4OH and H2SO4 pretreatments effectively changed visible morphology imparting distinct fibrous appearance to sugarcane bagasse (SCB). Filtrate analysis after NaOH, NH4OH and H2SO4 pretreatments yielded release of soluble reducing sugars (SRS) in range of ~0.17–0.44%, ~0.38–0.75% and ~2.9–8.4% respectively. Gravimetric analysis of pretreated SCB (PSCB) biomass also revealed dry weight loss in range of ~25.8–44.8%, ~11.1–16.0% and ~28.3–38.0% by the three pretreatments in the same order. Release of soluble components other than SRS, majorly reported to be soluble lignins, were observed highest for NaOH followed by H2SO4 and NH4OH pretreatments. Decrease or absence of peaks attributed to lignin and loosened fibrous appearance of biomass during FTIR and SEM studies respectively further corroborated with our observations of lignin removal. Application of commercial cellulase increased raw SCB saccharification from 1.93% to 38.84%, 25.56% and 9.61% after NaOH, H2SO4 and NH4OH pretreatments. Structural changes brought by cell wall degrading enzymes were first time shown visually confirming the cell wall disintegration under brightfield, darkfield and fluorescence microscopy. The microscopic evidence and saccharification results proved that the chemical treatment valorized the SCB by making it amenable for enzymatic saccharification.

Production and optimization of cellulase from agricultural waste and its application in bioethanol production by simultaneous saccharification and fermentation

2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elsa Cherian ◽  
M. Dharmendira Kumar ◽  
G. Baskar
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Simultaneous Saccharification And Fermentation ◽  
Agricultural Waste ◽  
Cellulase Production ◽  
Reducing Sugar ◽  
Bioethanol Production ◽  
Corn Cob ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Optimized Conditions ◽  
Simultaneous Saccharification

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to optimize production of cellulase enzyme from agricultural waste by using Aspergillus fumigatus JCF. The study also aims at the production of bioethanol using cellulase and yeast. Design/methodology/approach – Cellulase production was carried out using modified Mandel’s medium. The optimization of the cellulase production was carried out using Plackett-Burman and Response surface methodology. Bioethanol production was carried out using simultaneous saccharification and fermentation. Findings – Maximum cellulase production at optimized conditions was found to be 2.08 IU/ml. Cellulase was used for the saccharification of three different feed stocks, i.e. sugar cane leaves, corn cob and water hyacinth. Highest amount of reducing sugar was released was 29.1 gm/l from sugarcane leaves. Sugarcane leaves produced maximum bioethanol concentration of 9.43 g/l out of the three substrates studied for bioethanol production. Originality/value – The present study reveals that by using the agricultural wastes, cellulase production can be economically increased thereby bioethanol production.

scholarly journals Influences of the selected additives on the weight loss and organoleptic properties of marinated mussels and squids

2012 ◽  
Vol 81 (3) ◽  
pp. 263-267 ◽  
Author(s):  
Metin Guldas ◽  
Canan Hecer
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Salt Content ◽  
Meat Products ◽  
Organoleptic Properties ◽  
Highest Weight ◽  
Konjac Flour ◽  
Weight Gains ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Mouth Feel ◽  
First Time

Effects of seven different solutions prepared from various additives (carrageenan, konjac flour, phosphate, yeast extract, xanthan gum and maltodextrin) were used to test for the first time in the marination of experimental seafood. The additives were added into the marination solutions and the samples were analyzed before and after marination. Statistically, the experimental solutions did not cause significant changes in pH, acidity and salt content of the samples (P < 0.05). The highest weight gains were obtained from the solution which contained 0.1% of konjac flour (E425 I) as 4.01, 5.21, 4.61 and 4.88 % in the mussels, big squids, diced squids and small squids, respectively. However, this solution was not preferred by the panellists because of its sticky texture. Inversely to red meat products, the solution containing phosphate caused weight loss during marination. The results indicate that the solution containing 0.2% carrageenan LM (low methoxyl) was the best solution in the marination process. Dipping into this solution caused weight gains of 4.69, 2.98, 4.04 and 2.78% in the big squids, the mussels, the small squids and the diced squids, respectively (P < 0.01). The organoleptic properties (mouth feel, flavour and softness) of mussels and squids were also improved by carrageenan LM addition.

scholarly journals Improvement of Aspergillus flavus saponin hydrolase thermal stability and productivity via immobilization on a novel carrier based on sugarcane bagasse

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
pp. 55-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hala A. Amin ◽  
Francesco Secundo ◽  
Hassan Amer ◽  
Faten A. Mostafa ◽  
Wafaa A. Helmy
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Aspergillus Flavus ◽  
Sugarcane Bagasse

Hygroscopic properties of thermally modified false Iroko [Antiaris toxicara (Lesch)]

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-57
Author(s):  
F.A. Faruwa ◽  
K. Duru
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Dimensional Stability ◽  
Thermal Process ◽  
Colour Change ◽  
Wood Properties ◽  
Thermal Modification ◽  
Hygroscopic Properties ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Thermally Modified Wood ◽  
Modified Wood

The study investigated the use of thermal modification to improve the hygroscopic properties of False Iroko [Antiaris toxicaria (Lesch)]. Samples of Antiaris toxicara Lesch wood were subjected to thermal modification in a furnace at temperatures of 160, 180 and 200°C for 30 and 60 minutes. Results showed that wood properties were improved with exposure to different temperatures. Subsequent to the thermal process, a colour change from pale yellow to darkish brown was observed progressively with increase in temperature, accompanied by a weight loss in the range of 12.08% to 23.67%. The outcome of these treatments resulted in a decrease in volumetric swelling and increase in dimensional stability of modified wood; this can be attributed to observed decrease in moisture intake. The thermal modification of Antiaris toxicara Lesch wood affected the dimensional stability properties. Thus, due to significant changes via modification carried out on the selected species which is classified as lesser utilized wood species, lesser utilized wood,Antiaristoxicara Lesch wood is recommended for use due to its efficient dimensional stability after modification . keywords:, Thermally modified wood ;False Iroko

scholarly journals PRODUCTION OF BIOETHANOL FROM RICE AND MILLET HUSKS

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Gwandu AZ ◽  
Farouq AA ◽  
Baki AS ◽  
Peni DN
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Thermogravimetric Analysis ◽  
Rice Husk ◽  
Sugar Content ◽  
Proximate Analysis ◽  
Reducing Sugar ◽  
High Yield ◽  
Bioethanol Production ◽  
Alternative Source ◽  
Fermentation Period

This study was based on the production of bioethanol as an alternative source of fuel using rice and millet husks. Proximate, elemental and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) were conducted of the biomass. The proximate analysis revealed that millet husk had the highest moisture content of 26.67±0.58% when compared with rice husk 8.17±0.29%. The TGA of rice husk had a high endset temperature of 355.510C and a weight loss of -48.23%, millet husk had low endset temperature of 349.210C and a weight loss of -44.25%. When thirty grams (30g) of the substrates was used, rice husk revealed the highest reducing sugar content of 2.59±1.24mol/dm3 when compared to millet husk that had 1.63±0.68 mol/dm3. Rice husk indicated low yield after 7 days of fermentation period but showed a significantly high yield in the volume of ethanol produced 68.67±17.69g/l and millet husk had a yield of 79.80±0.93g/l. This indicated that both rice and millet husks were potent for bioethanol production with millet husk having the highest yield.

scholarly journals Evaluation and identification of walnut heartwood extractives for protection of poplar wood

BioResources ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-69
Author(s):  
Seyyed Khalil Hosseini Hashemi ◽  
Ahmad Jahan Latibari
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Trametes Versicolor ◽  
Juglans Regia ◽  
White Rot ◽  
White Rot Fungus ◽  
Poplar Wood ◽  
Vacuum Desiccator ◽  
Highest Weight ◽  
Complete Saturation ◽  
Heartwood Extractives

Walnut (Juglans regia L.) heartwood extractives were identified and their potential for protection of poplar wood was evaluated. Test specimens were prepared from poplar wood (Populus nigra L.) to meet BS 838:1961 requirements. Samples were impregnated with heartwood extractive solution (1.5, 2.5, and 3.5% w/w in ethanol-toluene), followed by 5 hours vacuum desiccator technique to reach complete saturation. Impregnated specimens were exposed to white-rot fungus (Trametes versicolor) for 14 weeks according to BS 838:1961 applying the kolle-flask method. The weight loss of samples was determined after exposure to white-rot fungus. The highest weight loss (36.96%) was observed for untreated control samples and the lowest weight loss (30.40%) was measured in samples treated with 1.5% extractives solution. The analyses of the extracts using GC/MS indicated that major constituents are benzoic acid,3,4,5-tri(hydroxyl) and gallic acid (44.57 %). The two toxic components in the heartwood are juglone (5.15 %) and 2,7-dimethylphenantheren (5.81 %).

scholarly journals INFLUÊNCIA DA COMPOSIÇÃO DA SALMOURA SOBRE OS PARÂMETROS FÍSICO-SENSORIAIS E MICROBIOLÓGICOS DE FILÉS DE PEITO DE FRANGO MARINADOS POR IMERSÃO

2000 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
ANNA CLAUDIA SIMAS PORTO ◽  
REGINA COELI DE OLIVEIRA TÔRRES ◽  
EUNICE CASSANEGO ILHA ◽  
MARILDE TEREZINHA BORDIGNON LUIZ ◽  
ERNANI SEBASTIÃO SANT’ANNA
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Isoelectric Point ◽  
Rosmarinus Officinalis ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Highest Weight ◽  
Microbiological Parameters ◽  
Gain And Loss ◽  
And Staphylococcus Aureus

Avaliou-se a influência da composição da salmoura sobre os parâmetros físicosensoriais e microbiológicos de filés de peito de frango marinados por imersão. O experimento foi constituído por cinco formulações de salmoura. A proporção salmoura:frango foi de 2:1 (v/p). O processo de marinação ocorreu a temperatura de 5 C/12 horas, seguido de drenagem por 30 minutos. As amostras destinadas ao acompanhamento da vida de prateleira, 6 e 11 dias, foram armazenadas a 5 C. Foram avaliados ganho de peso durante a marinação e perda de peso no cozimento, sendo efetuadas determinação de pH, contagem de microrganismos aeróbios psicrotróficos, contagem de Staphylococcus aureus e pesquisa de Salmonella sp. Os menores ganhos de peso foram verificados para os tratamentos com adição de vinagre na salmoura, fato atribuído à redução do pH próximo ao ponto isoelétrico da carne. Estes tratamentos evidenciaram as maiores perdas de peso durante o cozimento. A matériaprima apresentou ausência de Salmonella sp. e contagens de Staphylococcus aureus e microrganismos psicrotróficos dentro dos limites estabelecidos pelo ICMSF. Após 11 dias de armazenamento, apenas os tratamentos com vinagre na composição da salmoura apresentaram contagem de microrganismos aeróbios psicrotróficos dentro do limite estabelecido pelo ICMSF (107 UFC/g). As melhores texturas foram verificadas nos tratamentos com adição de alecrim na composição da salmoura. Abstract It was evaluated the influence of brine composition on physicosensory and microbiological parameters in breast fillet of marinated chicken by immersion. The experiment was constituted by five brine formulations. The proportion of brine:fillet was 2:1 (v/w) for all treatments. The marination process occurred at 5 C/12 hours, following of drainage for 30 minutes. The samples were stored at 5 C at 6 and 11 days to monitor shelflife. It was then evaluated weight gain and loss, pH determination, count of psicrotrophics microorganisms and Staphylococcus aureus and absence of Salmonella sp. The lowest values of weight gain were observed in treatments with addition of vinegar in brine, probably due to the decrease of pH close to the meat isoelectric point. This treatments also evidenced the highest weight loss during the cooking. The raw material presented absence of Salmonella sp. and a count of Staphylococcus aureus and psicrotrophics microorganisms within quality limits established by ICMSF. After 11 days of storage, the treatments with vinegar in the brine composition presented count of psicrotrophics microorganisms within limits established by ICMSF (107 CFU/g). The best textures were presented in treatments with addition of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) in brine composition.

scholarly journals Effect of Subsequent Dilute Acid and Enzymatic Hydrolysis on Reducing Sugar Production from Sugarcane Bagasse and Spent Citronella Biomass

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robinson Timung ◽  
Narendra Naik Deshavath ◽  
Vaibhav V. Goud ◽  
Venkata V. Dasu
Keyword(s):  
Enzymatic Hydrolysis ◽  
Sugarcane Bagasse ◽  
Crystallinity Index ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Reducing Sugar ◽  
Dilute Acid Pretreatment ◽  
Crystalline Cellulose ◽  
Dilute Acid ◽  
Acid Pretreatment ◽  
Hydrolysis Of

This work was aimed at investigating the effect of process parameters on dilute acid pretreatment and enzymatic hydrolysis of spent citronella biomass (after citronella oil extraction) and sugarcane bagasse on total reducing sugar (TRS) yield. In acid pretreatment, the parameters studied were acid concentration, temperature, and time. At the optimized condition (0.1 M H2SO4, 120°C, and 120 min), maximum TRS obtained was 452.27 mg·g−1and 487.50 mg·g−1for bagasse and citronella, respectively. Enzymatic hydrolysis of the pretreated biomass usingTrichoderma reesei26291 showed maximum TRS yield of 226.99 mg·g−1for citronella and 282.85 mg·g−1for bagasse at 10 FPU, 50°C, and 48 hr. The maximum crystallinity index (CI) of bagasse and citronella after acid pretreatment obtained from X-ray diffraction analysis was 64.41% and 56.18%, respectively. Decreased CI after enzymatic hydrolysis process to 37.28% and 34.16% for bagasse and citronella, respectively, revealed effective conversion of crystalline cellulose to glucose. SEM analysis of the untreated and treated biomass revealed significant hydrolysis of holocellulose and disruption of lignin.

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