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PECTINASE PRODUCTION FROM DIFFERENT STRAINS OF ASPERGILLUS SPP.
ISOLATED FROM NATURAL RESOURCES
Abstract
The increasing demand for efficient juice extraction processes in
response to rising global fruit product consumption underscores the
importance of enzyme-mediated approaches, particularly utilizing
pectinases, in enhancing extraction efficiency by breaking down plant
cell wall components. This study focuses on investigating pectinase
production from different Aspergillus spp. strains isolated from
natural resources in Ankara, Turkey. By screening these strains, this
research aims to broaden the spectrum of working conditions adaptable to
diverse extraction processes. Emphasizing optimal performance in acidic
environments and high temperatures prevalent in fruit juice extraction,
the study isolates, and screens Aspergillus spp. strains,
conducts pectinase assays, and identifies the most promising strain,
Aspergillus brasiliensis, with substantial enzyme activity.
Fermentation experiments further elucidate optimal conditions for enzyme
production. Results reveal significant enzymatic activity under acidic
and high-temperature conditions, with the chosen isolate exhibiting
remarkable enzyme activity and specific activity at varying temperatures
and nitrogen sources. This investigation highlights the potential of
different strains and their enzymatic capabilities to propel innovation
in various biotechnological domains, promising advancements in fruit
processing and related industries.