scholarly journals Amino acids and acylcarnitine production by Chlorella vulgaris and Chlorella sorokiniana microalgae from wastewater culture

PeerJ ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. e7977
Author(s):  
Juan M. Ballesteros-Torres ◽  
Luis Samaniego-Moreno ◽  
Ricardo Gomez-Flores ◽  
Reyes S. Tamez-Guerra ◽  
Cristina Rodríguez-Padilla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Chlorella Vulgaris ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Culture Conditions ◽  
Chlorella Sorokiniana ◽  
Liquid Chromatograph ◽  
Photosynthetic Microorganisms ◽  
High Concentrations ◽  
Growing Conditions ◽  
C4 Production

Background Microalgae are a widely distributed group of prokaryotic and eukaryotic photosynthetic microorganisms that use a number of substances present in wastewater to produce a variety of biotechnological and nutritional biomolecules. Methods Production ofamino acids and acylcarnitine by Chlorella vulgaris and Chlorella sorokiniana was determined after 13 d of culture in wastewater, under various culture conditions. Wastewater was collected from “La Encantada” stream, located in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. Microalgae was cultured at 23°C and natural day light, including the use of the following conditions: (1) extra light (12:12 light:dark cycles, 1,380 lumens), (2) agitation (130 rpm), and (3) both conditions, until exponential phase. Supernatant products were then analyzed by liquid chromatograph coupled to mass spectrometry. In addition, metabolomic profiles related to growing conditions were evaluated. Results Amino acids and acylcarnitine production by C. sorokiniana and C. vulgaris resulted in higher Ala and Leu concentrations by C. vulgaris compared with control, where control produced Gly and Pro in higher amounts compared with C. sorokiniana. Tyr, Phe, Val, and Cit were detected in lower amounts under light and shaking culture conditions. High concentrations of C0 acylcarnitines were produced by both microalgae compared with control, where C. sorokiniana production was independent of culture conditions, whereas C. vulgaris one was stimulated by shaking. C4 production was higher by C. sorokiniana compared with control. Furthermore, C4, C6DC, C14:1, C14:2, and C18:1OH production by microalga was low in all culture conditions. Conclusion Microalgae produced essential amino acids and nutritionally important carnitines from wastewater. In addition, C. sorokiniana biomass has higher potential as animal nutrient supplement, as compared with that of C. vulgaris.

EFFECT OF VARIETY AND GROWING CONDITIONS ON THE PROTEIN AND AMINO ACID COMPOSITION OF RAPESEED

1963 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 65-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. R. Clandinin ◽  
Louise Bayly
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid ◽  
Amino Acid Composition ◽  
Protein Content ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Lysine Content ◽  
Amino Acid Distribution ◽  
Cent Level ◽  
Growing Conditions ◽  
Polish Variety

The protein content and the distribution of essential amino acids in the protein of six varieties or strains of rapeseed grown at three widely separated locations in Alberta, Beaverlodge, Edmonton and Lethbridge, were studied. Differences in protein content and amino acid distribution in the protein of the seed attributable to varietal or strain effects were noted. Turkish and Polish rapeseed were significantly lower in protein content than rapeseed of the Argentine variety. The Argentine variety and the two strains of Argentine-type studied were significantly lower in lysine than the Polish variety. Station differences in protein content approached significance at the 5 per cent level while location had a highly significant effect on the lysine content of the protein of the seed and significant effects on the histidine, arginine, phenylalanine and leucine content.

ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS IN MICROORGANISMS

1957 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
pp. 721-728 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Reusser ◽  
J. F. T. Spencer ◽  
H. R. Sallans
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid ◽  
Quantitative Method ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Cellular Protein ◽  
One Dimensional ◽  
Low Concentrations ◽  
Amino Acid Determination ◽  
High Concentrations ◽  
Acid Determination

The cells of 19 species of bacteria, actinomyces, and yeasts were analyzed for protein and essential amino acids. A rapid quantitative method for amino acid determination using one-dimensional paper chromatography was developed. The cellular protein from all species contained relatively high concentrations of lysine, somewhat lower concentrations of tryptophan and threonine, and very low concentrations of methionine. All of the 10 essential amino acids were found in each species tested, although individual differences in the relative and absolute amounts were observed.

Cultivation of Eri-Silkworm Cordyceps militaris and Determination of its Amino Acid Composition

2013 ◽  
Vol 796 ◽  
pp. 21-24
Author(s):  
Yu Qiao Jin ◽  
Bing Li
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid ◽  
Amino Acid Composition ◽  
Acid Composition ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Culture Conditions ◽  
Cordyceps Militaris ◽  
Artificial Culture ◽  
Different Parts

In order to study eri-silkworm Cordyceps militaris culture condition and the amino acid composition features in different parts of it, this experiment optimized eri-silkworm Cordyceps militaris artificial culture conditions, and determined the amino acid composition in different parts. The results showed that the inoculated eri-silkworm Cordyceps militaris which was kept at low temperature (18 ° C) and seventeen dark days grew well and began to use natural light in the eighteenth day with humidity 85%, temperature 21 ° C, which could induce the germination of the sporophore. The artificial cultivation period was about 40 days. Amino acid test shows that its sporophore and stroma are rich in 17 kinds of amino acids, including 7 kinds of essential amino acids. The higher levels of amino acids in its sporophore are lysine 15.28%, glutamate 15.05% and aspartate 7.55%. The higher levels of the amino acids in the stroma are glycine 16.11%, lysine 9.16% and glutamate 8.30%. The results indicate that eri-silkworm Cordyceps militaris can be artificially cultured. As there are differences of amino acid composition in different parts of eri-silkworm Cordyceps militaris, this study lays the foundation for its large-scale cultivation and the exploitation of its amino acid nutrition.

scholarly journals Statistical Optimization of Culture Conditions for Protein Production by a Newly Isolated Morchella fluvialis

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Zahra Rahgo ◽  
Hamid reza Samadlouie ◽  
Shideh Mojerlou ◽  
Kambiz Jahanbin
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Protein Production ◽  
Carbon Sources ◽  
Its Region ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Culture Conditions ◽  
Northern Region ◽  
Indispensable Amino Acids ◽  
Promising Source

Morchella fungi are considered a good source of protein. The ITS region was used to identify Morchella isolated in the northern region of Iran. The isolated fungus was very similar to Morchella fluvialis. M. fluvialis was first isolated in Iran. Dried biomass of M. fluvialis contained 9% lipids and 50% polysaccharides. Fatty acid profiles of lipids of M. fluvialis are mainly made up of linoleic acid (C18:2) (62%), followed by palmitic acid (C16:0) (12%). Testosterone (TS) was also detected (0.732 ng/dry weight biomass (DWB)) in the hormone profile of this new isolated species. Then, various protein and carbon sources as variable factors were applied to identify the key substrates, which stimulated protein production using the one-factor-at-a-time method. Key substrates (glucose and soybean) were statistically analyzed to determine the optimum content of the protein and DWB accumulation using response surface methods. The highest protein content (38% DWB) was obtained in the medium containing 80 g/l glucose and 40 g/l soybean powder. Total nutritionally indispensable amino acids and conditionally indispensable amino acids constitute 55.7% crude protein. That is to say, these adequate quantities of essential amino acids in the protein of M. fluvialis make it a good and promising source of essential amino acids for human diet.

scholarly journals Coordinated Action of Multiple Transporters in the Acquisition of Essential Cationic Amino Acids by the Intracellular Parasite Toxoplasma gondii

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen J Fairweather ◽  
Esther Rajendran ◽  
Martin Blume ◽  
Kiran Javed ◽  
Birte Steinhoefel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid ◽  
Toxoplasma Gondii ◽  
Large Family ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid Transporters ◽  
Cationic Amino Acid ◽  
Intracellular Parasites ◽  
Cationic Amino Acids ◽  
High Concentrations

Intracellular parasites of the phylum Apicomplexa are dependent on the scavenging of essential amino acids from their hosts. We previously identified a large family of apicomplexan-specific plasma membrane-localized amino acid transporters, the ApiATs, and showed that the Toxoplasma gondii transporter TgApiAT1 functions in the selective uptake of arginine. TgApiAT1 is essential for parasite virulence, but dispensable for parasite growth in medium containing high concentrations of arginine, indicating the presence of at least one other arginine transporter. Here we identify TgApiAT6-1 as the second arginine transporter. Using a combination of parasite assays and heterologous characterisation of TgApiAT6-1 in Xenopus laevis oocytes, we demonstrate that TgApiAT6-1 is a general cationic amino acid transporter that mediates both the high-affinity uptake of lysine and the low-affinity uptake of arginine. TgApiAT6-1 is the primary lysine transporter in the disease-causing tachyzoite stage of T. gondii and is essential for parasite proliferation. We demonstrate that the uptake of cationic amino acids by TgApiAT6-1 is "trans-stimulated" by cationic and neutral amino acids and is likely promoted by an inwardly negative membrane potential. These findings demonstrate that T. gondii has evolved overlapping transport mechanisms for the uptake of essential cationic amino acids, and we draw together our findings into a comprehensive model that highlights the finely-tuned, regulated processes that mediate cationic amino acid scavenging by these intracellular parasites.

scholarly journals Edible Insects: Benefits and Potential Risk for Consumers and the Food Industry

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 5131-5149
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Fatty Acid ◽  
Food Industry ◽  
Nutritional Value ◽  
Food Source ◽  
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Edible Insects ◽  
The Future ◽  
High Concentrations

Proper protein production is a serious challenge for the future. Insects represent an innovative food source and are extremely nutritious, as they have a high content of proteins and a well-balanced nutrient profile. This study focuses on the positive reasons for the use of insects as a food source and examines the contribution of insects to the human diet and the growing demand for cheap proteins in the food industry. In addition, in the present study, analyzes were performed to determine the nutritional value of mealworms and commercially available cricket flour. Moisture, ash, Total Energy Value, proteins, amino acids, fat, fatty acid profiles, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and minerals were identified. According to the results, the samples have a high protein content and high concentrations of various amino acids (especially the essential amino acids). They also have a well-balanced fatty acid profile, high in polyunsaturated, monounsaturated fatty acids and many minerals. The main tasks are the dissemination of knowledge, the change of the process for obtaining edible insects, the development of the edible insect food industry, the expansion of the composition of already used insects, and the future conduct of research on risks to human health.

scholarly journals Ergosterol and Amino Acids Contents of Culinary-Medicinal Shiitake from Various Culture Conditions

Proceedings ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (1) ◽  
pp. 78
Author(s):  
Ibrahima Diallo ◽  
Sylvie Morel ◽  
Manon Vitou ◽  
Alain Michel ◽  
Sylvie Rapior ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Edible Mushroom ◽  
Culture Conditions ◽  
Bioactive Molecules ◽  
Freeze Dried ◽  
Growing Conditions ◽  
Layer Chromatography ◽  
French Region

Lentinus edodes (shiitake) is an edible mushroom cultivated and marketed due to its nutritional and medicinal values. L. edodes is appreciated for its unique fragrant taste and its high dietetic potential. Its bioactive molecules explain its interest as medicinal mushroom. This mushroom can be grown using various substrates and culture conditions. Thus, our work focused on the comparison of chemical constituents (i.e., amino acids and ergosterol) of L. edodes fruit bodies cultivated in organic or nonorganic growing conditions in the French region of Occitanie. Sequential extraction was performed on freeze-dried fungal materials. Quantitative evaluation of amino acids was done using high performance thin layer chromatography. Assay of ergosterol was carried out using high performance liquid chromatography. For both ergosterol and amino acids, differences were highlighted between extracts (depending on the nature of the solvents) and between growing conditions (organic versus nonorganic). Extracts from organically produced shiitake contained the highest content of ergosterol, isoleucine and alanine. In conclusion, this work demonstrated that culture conditions influence the chemical profile of L. edodes as far as ergosterol and amino acids are concerned, which could improve nutrition and human health.

scholarly journals Coordinated action of multiple transporters in the acquisition of essential cationic amino acids by the intracellular parasite Toxoplasma gondii

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (8) ◽  
pp. e1009835
Author(s):  
Stephen J. Fairweather ◽  
Esther Rajendran ◽  
Martin Blume ◽  
Kiran Javed ◽  
Birte Steinhöfel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid ◽  
Toxoplasma Gondii ◽  
Large Family ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Amino Acid Transporters ◽  
Cationic Amino Acid ◽  
Intracellular Parasites ◽  
Cationic Amino Acids ◽  
High Concentrations

Intracellular parasites of the phylum Apicomplexa are dependent on the scavenging of essential amino acids from their hosts. We previously identified a large family of apicomplexan-specific plasma membrane-localized amino acid transporters, the ApiATs, and showed that the Toxoplasma gondii transporter TgApiAT1 functions in the selective uptake of arginine. TgApiAT1 is essential for parasite virulence, but dispensable for parasite growth in medium containing high concentrations of arginine, indicating the presence of at least one other arginine transporter. Here we identify TgApiAT6-1 as the second arginine transporter. Using a combination of parasite assays and heterologous characterisation of TgApiAT6-1 in Xenopus laevis oocytes, we demonstrate that TgApiAT6-1 is a general cationic amino acid transporter that mediates both the high-affinity uptake of lysine and the low-affinity uptake of arginine. TgApiAT6-1 is the primary lysine transporter in the disease-causing tachyzoite stage of T. gondii and is essential for parasite proliferation. We demonstrate that the uptake of cationic amino acids by TgApiAT6-1 is ‘trans-stimulated’ by cationic and neutral amino acids and is likely promoted by an inwardly negative membrane potential. These findings demonstrate that T. gondii has evolved overlapping transport mechanisms for the uptake of essential cationic amino acids, and we draw together our findings into a comprehensive model that highlights the finely-tuned, regulated processes that mediate cationic amino acid scavenging by these intracellular parasites.

scholarly journals Protein Enrichment of Wheat Bread with Microalgae: Microchloropsis gaditana, Tetraselmis chui and Chlorella vulgaris

Foods ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 3078
Author(s):  
Waqas Muhammad Qazi ◽  
Simon Ballance ◽  
Katerina Kousoulaki ◽  
Anne Kjersti Uhlen ◽  
Dorinde M. M. Kleinegris ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Chlorella Vulgaris ◽  
Protein Quality ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Wheat Bread ◽  
Ethanol Treatment ◽  
Dough Strength ◽  
Bread Volume ◽  
Tetraselmis Chui

Cell wall disrupted and dried Microchloropsis gaditana (Mg), Tetraselmis chui (Tc) and Chlorella vulgaris (Cv) microalgae biomasses, with or without ethanol pre-treatment, were added to wheat bread at a wheat flour substitution level of 12%, to enrich bread protein by 30%. Baking performance, protein quality and basic sensory properties were assessed. Compared to wheat, Mg, Tc and Cv contain higher amounts of essential amino acids and their incorporation markedly improved protein quality in the bread (DIAAS 57–66 vs 46%). The incorporation of microalgae reduced dough strength and bread volume and increased crumb firmness. This was most pronounced for Cv and Tc but could be improved by ethanol treatment. Mg gave adequate dough strength, bread volume and crumb structure without ethanol treatment. To obtain bread of acceptable smell, appearance, and colour, ethanol treatment was necessary also for Mg as it markedly reduced the unpleasant smell and intense colour of all algae breads. Ethanol treatment reduced the relative content of lysine, but no other essential amino acids. However, it also had a negative impact on in vitro protein digestibility. Our results show that Mg had the largest potential for protein fortification of bread, but further work is needed to optimize pre-processing and assess consumer acceptance.

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