Fermentation, Volume 10, Issue 12

The majority of non-dairy starter cultures on the market are originally isolated from milk and therefore do not provide the most optimal fermentation for plant matrices. Developing plant-derived starter cultures is essential for creating high-quality...

Cocoa fermentation plays a key role in defining chocolate’s flavor, with yeasts being central to this process. This study aimed to explore intraspecific genetic diversity of major indigenous yeasts (i.e., Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Pichia kud...

Biofilms can enhance industrial fermentation efficiency by increasing cell density, stability, and metabolic activity and have been successfully applied to the continuous production of many small-molecule chemicals. However, the continuous production...

Accurate and dependable forecasting of biogas production is vital for optimizing process parameters and maintaining stable operation in large-scale anaerobic digestion projects. In this study, a novel hybrid approach (CEE-PMLP) integrating complete e...

A biocatalyst has been developed for application in the simultaneous isomerization and fermentation (SIF) of xylose, which could enable operation in repeated batches and the use of xylose from biomass hemicellulose for the production of second-genera...

The promulgation of the Biogas Act in South Korea has increased the number of organic waste treatment facilities and the amount of food waste digestion sludge (FWDS), a byproduct of the biogas process. FWDS recovery involves various challenges, which...

The pursuit of unique flavors in craft beer has led to the exploration of non-Saccharomyces (NS) yeasts. While Saccharomyces species dominate beer fermentation, NS yeasts offer flavor diversification. However, their lower fermentation efficiency and...

When vegetable waste (VW) is used as a sole substrate for anaerobic digestion (AD), the rapid accumulation of volatile fatty acids (VFAs) can impede interspecies electron transfer (IET), resulting in a relatively low biogas production rate. In this s...

To improve the quality of palm kernel meal (PKM), the effect of solid-state fermentation (SSF) with Bacillus velezensis, Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Lactobacillus paracasei on nutritional components, anti-nutritional factor and antioxidant activity...

Due to the high price of whole-plant corn silage in southern China, many dairy farms are attempting to prepare whole-plant corn silage using corn stover and corn flour, but the mixing ratio has not yet been determined. Therefore, we mixed fresh corn...

Enzymatic degradation of the carcinogen ethyl carbamate (EC) and its precursor urea is a promising method for controlling EC levels in alcoholic beverages. However, limited enzymes with EC-hydrolyzing activity and low ethanol or acid tolerance hinder...

The conventional methods used to produce N-acetyl-β-D-glucosamine (GlcNAc) from seafood waste require pretreatment steps that use acids or bases to achieve the extraction and decrystallization of chitin prior to enzymatic conversion. The develop...

The present research survey aimed to investigate the effect of a novel, potentially probiotic strain Pediococcus acidilactici ORE5 on the fermentation of Cornelian cherry for 24 h at 30 °C, followed by cold storage for 4 weeks. Two fermentation s...

The objective of this study was to analyze the minerals transferred to Sauvignon blanc must and wine as an effect of foliar fertilizer application. The mineral composition was determined via atomic absorption spectroscopy. Experimental leaf and berry...

Fermentation is an ancient bioprocess that harnesses the power of microorganisms to convert raw ingredients into valuable and safe food products. There has been a growing interest in using fermentation to create safe, nutritious, and sustainable food...

Aquaculture relies heavily on formulated feed, with feed costs accounting for approximately 50% of the total production expenses. High-protein feed is expensive, and some raw materials are dependent on imports. Organic waste, primarily from food scra...

The impact of wheat sourdough inoculated with a promising lactic acid bacterium Weissella confusa V20, isolated from a Tunisian desert plant, on the quality characteristics of sourdough and bread as well as on acrylamide formation was evaluated. W. c...

Obesity is a chronic disease that profoundly impacts human health, and the role of plant-based formulas (PBFs) in combating obesity has garnered significant interest. Studies have revealed that fermentation significantly enhances the taste, aroma, qu...

The confluence of a large variety of factors, achievements and developments has resulted in the current long-term success in graft transplants. Some of these events are reviewed, paying special attention to immunosuppressant drugs, which are one of t...

Biochar-based additives can enhance the ability to produce methane during anaerobic digestion (AD), and biogas residues (BRs) are solid waste that can cause environmental pollution. Therefore, in this work, BRs were used as raw material to prepare bi...

This study aimed to assess the impact of yeast single-cell protein (YP) supplementation in diets from late gestation through lactation on sow reproductive performance and the associated gut microbiome and metabolomic changes in milk. A total of 172 s...

Protein-based clarification agents were tested to clarify Chardonnay grape musts during sedimentation. The experiments were conducted in the Etyek–Buda Wine Region in Northwest Hungary over four vintages between 2020 and 2023. The performance o...

This study enhanced germanium (Ge) enrichment in the liquid fermentation of the edible fungus Lyophyllum decastes in order to boost its biological activity, particularly its antioxidant and immunomodulatory properties. Through the use of single-facto...

The global transition to a sustainable bioeconomy requires the engagement of renewable and cost-effective substrates to obtain valuable bio-based products. Inulin-rich plant materials have promising applications in white biotechnology. This review ev...

Foaming in co-digested anaerobic digesters can reduce biogas production, leading to economic loss. However, the underlying causes of foaming are not completely understood. This study investigated a field-scale mesophilic digester system that experien...

This review explores recent advances in the design of fermentation processes for producing alternative proteins, focusing on utilizing agro-industrial waste and renewable substrates. New bioprocess strategies, such as experimental designs, optimizing...

Anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) is a key process in the removal of nitrogen from wastewater, in which episodes of substrate inhibition may occur. In this study, the effect of nitrite on anammox in the short and long term was investigated using...

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, trace elements, and functional components like glucosinolates, which are essential for promoting health. This study aims to enhance the health benefits and nutritional cont...

This closing Editorial marks the end of three volumes of this Special Issue (SI), which covered themes like changes in reactants and products, chemistry, sensory properties, microbiology, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics, food safety, and...

Chitin oligosaccharide (CHOS) is a chitin derivative with excellent biological activities. Enzymatic hydrolysis of chitin-rich biomass into CHOS is a hot topic in research on the high-value utilization of chitin resources. The disadvantages of comple...

The cyanobacterium Limnospira platensis, vulgarly Spirulina, has gained significant attention due to its high protein content, rich bioactive compounds, and health benefits, making it a valuable resource in biotechnology, nutraceuticals, food supplem...

Cardamine violifolia is a selenium (Se)-rich vegetable crop belonging to the Brassicaceae family. This study investigated the Se concentration and volatiles in the fresh (CK) C. violifolia, natural fermented (NF), Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (LP),...

During alcoholic fermentation, ethanol accumulation significantly impacts yeast cells by disrupting membrane integrity, increasing permeability, and reducing cell viability. This study evaluated the effects of ethanol stress on the growth, membrane f...

This study determined whether adding condensed tannins to the diet of confined lamb improves performance, metabolism, health, and meat composition and quality. We used 24 Lacaune lambs with an average initial weight of 24.5 ± 0.24 kg. The anim...

Fermented urutan is a dry fermented sausage made from a mixture of pork and Balinese spices, traditionally prepared using conventional methods. However, variations in spices and raw materials may affect the bacterial diversity of urutan. This study a...

In order to explore the variation in volatile compounds and aroma profiles of different varieties of sugarcane wine, volatile compounds of 14 different varieties of sugarcane wine were analyzed by headspace solid-phase microextraction–gas chrom...

Androstenedione (AD) is a vital intermediate in the synthesis of steroid drugs, making its efficient production critical in the steroid drug industry. Acetyl-CoA acetyltransferase (FadA5), a thiolase enzyme, plays an important role in the metabolic p...

This study investigates the enhancement of biomass slurry processability through the addition of rheological modifiers, focusing on carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) and TEMPO-mediated oxidized cellulose nanofibrils (TCNF). Three sets of experiments were...

Mesquite (Prosopis spp.), a highly nutritious legume from arid regions characterized by its secondary metabolites, offers a cost-effective resource to provide energy and protein for small ruminant farmers in harsh environments. In addition, the high...

This research explored the effects of using Accentuated Cut Edges (ACE) and macerating enzymes on the aroma and sensory profile of Marquette red wines after nine months of aging. The aroma analysis was conducted using gas chromatography-mass spectrom...

The increasing demand for efficient and sustainable industrial processes has accelerated research into green alternatives. Gas fermentation in a trickle bed reactor is a promising technology; however, optimal scaling up is still challenging. A mass t...

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In this study, we investigated whether three microbial strains, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum J-135, Saccharomyces cerevisiae DAE-4, and Bacillus velezensis PBS-17, could be used to reduce mold growth and spoilage during the production of fermented f...

This study investigated the bacterial diversity of geographically indicated Uşak tarhana using metagenomics. Tarhana dough samples were collected from local producers in different regions of the Uşak province. The samples were analyzed for...

Dietary intervention is the basis for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. This study employed Ganoderma lucidum (GL) mycelium to ferment a compound medium of oat and purple potato (OPP), optimized fermentation conditions to increase the triterpene co...

Currently, the yeast Yarrowia lipolytica is regarded as one of the most promising producers of protein, lipids, polyols, organic acids, and other metabolites. The objective of enhancing the efficiency of the target product biosynthesis can be achieve...

This study investigated the role of the Zymomonas mobilis recA gene in conferring stress resistance when expressed in Escherichia coli. The recA gene was cloned and expressed in E. coli BL21(DE3), producing a 39 kDa polypeptide. The results of compar...

Background: This experiment evaluated whether the combination of essential oils (thyme, rosemary, orange) with extracts of Cinnamomum and Quillaja saponaria (enriched with tocopherols) in steers’ diet has positive effects on the health, digesti...

Microbial fermentation represents an interesting strategy for the management and valorization of agro-industrial byproducts. In this study, the proteolytic strain Bacillus sp. CL18 was used to produce bioactive hydrolysates during submerged cultivati...

Environmental-, animal-, and plant-associated factors are involved in the intake and digestibility of forages. Ferulated crosslinks are key targets for increasing the extent of fiber digestion in forages, for which ferulic acid esterase-producing lac...