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During microsporogenesis, archesporial cells within the locules differentiate into microsporocytes, or pollen mother cells – diploid cells capable of undergoing meiosis to produce the microspores (Figure 21.3A). (...) The tapetum, a layer of secretory cells surrounding the locule, secretes the hydrolytic enzyme callase and other cell wall-degrading enzymes into the locule; this partially digests the cell walls and separates the tetrad into individual microspores (see Figure 21.3A). (...) During microgametogenesis, the haploid microspore develops mitotically into the mature male gametophyte, composed of the vegetative (or tube) cell and two sperm cells (Figure 21.3B).

"Plant Physiology and Development" int'l 6e - Taiz, L., Zeiger, E., Møller, I.M., Murphy, A.

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Screening of Trichoderma Isolates and Potential of Their Organic Extract to Control Phytophthora megakarya, the Causative Agent of Cocoa Black Pod Disease

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Human Cell Tournament Round 2

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A progenitor cell is a biological cell that can differentiate into a specific cell type. Stem cells and progenitor cells have this ability in common. However, stem cells are less specified than progenitor cells. Progenitor cells can only differentiate into their "target" cell type. The most important difference between stem cells and progenitor cells is that stem cells can replicate indefinitely, whereas progenitor cells can divide only a limited number of times.

A lysosome is a membrane-bound organelle found in many animal cells. They are spherical vesicles that contain hydrolytic enzymes that can break down many kinds of biomolecules. A lysosome has a specific composition, of both its membrane proteins, and its lumenal proteins. Besides degradation of polymers, the lysosome is involved in various cell processes, including secretion, plasma membrane repair, apoptosis, cell signaling, and energy metabolism.

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Seeds are miraculous little things if you ponder them... They contain the potential for a whole plant in a biological "time capsule". As gardeners in Europe and the Northern Hemisphere start planning their seed orders, it's a perfect time to learn more about germination. Germination is the term for an organism growing into a whole adult plant from a seed or a spore, and it is used scientifically to talk about fungi and bacteria as well as plants. A typical plant seed contains a plant embryo, food reserves, and a seed coat. Depending on the species, mature seeds can be stored for years since the plant embryo is in a dehydrated state of suspended animation.

In nature, germinating at the wrong time in unfavourable conditions could spell disaster for the new plant. Seeds rely on the signals from water, temperature, oxygen, and light.

Soaking seeds is an excellent way to start germination. The seed coat is gently scarified with sandpaper or a nail file to break the watertight seal and allow water to enter the seed interior. The seeds often double in size as their tissues soak up the water in a process called imbibition. Water activates hydrolytic enzymes which start the seed's biological metabolism.

Tree seeds from temperate climates usually need cold stratification to germinate. The seed is kept in soil at low temperatures around 4 C (like a fridge) for several months before returning to room temperature. This temperature change tells the seed winter has passed and spring has arrived. Simply leaving potted seeds in a cold frame overwinter is ideal in Europe.

Seeds along need oxygen since seedlings do aerobic respiration until they're mature enough to start photosynthesising. Hard packed or waterlogged soil may contain insufficient oxygen and stop seeds from sprouting. Many tree seeds need exposure to light through a thin layer of soil to let them know that there's a "clearing" in the forest.Most kitchen garden seeds do well with soaking and exposure to warm temperatures since they are originally tropical plants.

This plate of seeds was collected in January in Hyde Park, London.

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From insect endosymbiont to phloem colonizer: comparative genomics unveils the lifestyle transition of phytopathogenic Arsenophonus strains

Bacteria infecting the plant phloem represent a growing threat worldwide. While these organisms often resist in vitro culture, they multiply both in plant sieve elements and hemipteran vectors. Such cross-kingdom parasitic lifestyle has emerged in diverse taxa via distinct ecological routes. In the genus Arsenophonus, the phloem pathogens 'Candidatus Arsenophonus phytopathogenicus' (Ap) and 'Ca. Phlomobacter fragariae' (Pf) have evolved from insect endosymbionts, but the genetic mechanisms underlying this transition have not been explored. To fill this gap, we obtained the genomes of both strains from insect host metagenomes. The resulting assemblies are highly similar in size and functional repertoire, rich in viral sequences, and closely resemble the genomes of several facultative endosymbiotic Arsenophonus strains of sap-sucking hemipterans. However, a phylogenomic analysis demonstrated distinct origins, as Ap belongs to the 'Triatominarum' clade whereas Pf represents a distant species. We identified a set of orthologs encoded only by Ap and Pf in the genus, including hydrolytic enzymes likely targeting plant substrates. In particular, both bacteria encode plant cell-wall degrading enzymes and cysteine peptidases related to xylellain, a papain-like peptidase from Xylella fastidiosa, for which close homologs are found in diverse proteobacteria infecting the plant vasculature. In silico predictions and expression analyses further support a role during phloem colonization for several of the shared orthologs. We conclude that the double emergence of phytopathogenicity in Arsenophonus may have been mediated by a few horizontal gene transfer events, involving genes first acquired from other proteobacteria including phytopathogens. http://dlvr.it/TBcjlC

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Exploring the Role of Potassium Solubilizing Bacteria in Agriculture

In the realm of sustainable agriculture, the spotlight is increasingly turning towards the potential of soil microbes to enhance nutrient availability and promote plant growth. Among these beneficial microbes, potassium solubilizing bacteria (KSB) are gaining attention for their ability to improve potassium uptake by plants. In this article, we delve into the role of potassium solubilizing bacteria in agriculture, exploring their mechanisms of action, benefits, and applications in modern farming practices.

Understanding Potassium Solubilizing Bacteria (KSB)

Potassium is an essential macronutrient for plant growth and development, playing vital roles in enzyme activation, osmoregulation, and stress tolerance. However, a significant portion of potassium in soils exists in forms that are not readily available to plants. This is where potassium solubilizing bacteria come into play. KSB possess the ability to solubilize insoluble potassium compounds in the soil, converting them into forms that plants can easily absorb and utilize.

Mechanisms of Action

Potassium solubilizing bacteria employ various mechanisms to make potassium available to plants:

Production of Organic Acids: KSB produce organic acids such as gluconic acid, citric acid, and oxalic acid, which chelate or dissolve insoluble potassium minerals, releasing soluble potassium ions into the soil solution.

Secretion of Hydrolytic Enzymes: Some KSB species secrete enzymes such as phosphatases and proteases, which break down organic matter and release bound potassium for plant uptake.

Ion Exchange and Mineral Weathering: KSB can alter soil pH and facilitate ion exchange reactions, promoting the release of potassium from mineral surfaces and increasing its availability to plants.

Benefits of Potassium Solubilizing Bacteria

Improved Nutrient Uptake: By solubilizing insoluble potassium reserves in the soil, KSB enhance potassium uptake by plants, leading to improved growth, yield, and quality of crops.

Reduced Fertilizer Dependency: Enhanced potassium availability through microbial solubilization reduces the need for external potassium fertilizers, thus lowering production costs and minimizing environmental pollution.

Enhanced Stress Tolerance: Potassium plays a crucial role in plant stress responses, and KSB-mediated potassium nutrition can enhance plant resilience to various abiotic and biotic stresses, including drought, salinity, and disease.

Soil Health Improvement: The activity of potassium solubilizing bacteria contributes to soil aggregation, organic matter decomposition, and nutrient cycling, leading to improved soil structure, fertility, and long-term productivity.

Applications in Agriculture

Biofertilizers and Soil Amendments: Commercial biofertilizer formulations containing potassium solubilizing bacteria are available for inoculating seeds, seedlings, or soil to enhance potassium availability and promote plant growth.

Crop Rotation and Soil Management: Incorporating potassium solubilizing bacteria into crop rotation systems and soil management practices can replenish soil potassium reserves, particularly in potassium-deficient soils.

Precision Agriculture: Utilizing precision agriculture techniques, such as variable rate application of microbial inoculants, allows targeted delivery of potassium solubilizing bacteria to areas with low potassium availability, maximizing their effectiveness.

Conclusion

Potassium solubilizing bacteria represent a promising avenue for sustainable agriculture, offering a natural and eco-friendly solution to enhance potassium availability in soils and improve crop productivity. By harnessing the potential of these beneficial microbes through targeted application strategies and integration into holistic soil management approaches, farmers can optimize potassium nutrition, reduce environmental impact, and foster resilient and productive agroecosystems.

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Explore the fascinating realm of hydrolytic enzymes through this engaging blog by Infinita Biotech. Delve into the mechanisms behind these enzymes, discovering how they catalyze essential reactions by breaking down complex molecules into simpler forms. Gain insights into the diverse applications of hydrolytic enzymes across industries.

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What are the Classifications and Functions of Enzymes?

Enzymes are specialized proteins that act as biological catalysts. Simply put, they speed up chemical reactions without being consumed or altered in the process. These efficient catalysts enable essential biochemical reactions to occur at a rate that sustains life. Without enzymes, many vital processes within the body would be too slow to sustain life as we know it. 

Structure of Enzyme

Enzymes have a unique structure that enables them to perform their functions effectively. They are typically made up of long chains of amino acids, which fold into complex three-dimensional shapes. This unique structure is crucial because it allows enzymes to interact with specific molecules, known as substrates, and facilitate chemical reactions. Imagine enzymes as locks that only certain keys (substrates) can fit into. 

Enzyme Examples

Enzymes exhibit remarkable versatility and can be found in various biological systems. Here are a few examples of enzymes and their roles: 

Examples of Enzymes 

Amylase: Found in saliva and pancreatic secretions, amylase breaks down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars during digestion. 

DNA polymerase: This enzyme is essential for DNA replication, as it synthesizes new DNA strands by adding nucleotides to the existing template strands. 

Catalase: Present in nearly all living organisms, catalase converts hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, preventing cellular damage caused by this reactive molecule. 

Proteolytic Enzymes: These enzymes are involved in breaking down proteins into smaller components. One well-known proteolytic enzyme is pepsin, which helps with protein digestion in the stomach. 

Liver Enzymes: Liver enzymes like ALT and AST are essential for detoxifying the body and metabolizing drugs and nutrients. 

Cardiac Enzymes: Cardiac enzymes like Troponin are used to diagnose heart-related conditions, such as heart attacks. 

Pancreatic Enzymes: The pancreas produces enzymes like amylase, lipase, and protease, which play a vital role in digesting carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. 

Hydrolytic Enzymes: These enzymes assist in breaking down substances through hydrolysis, which is the addition of water molecules. An example is lipase, which helps digest fats. 

Classification of Enzymes

Enzymes can be classified based on several criteria. Let’s explore some common categories of enzymes: 

Oxidoreductases: These enzymes are involved in oxidation-reduction reactions, where electrons are transferred between molecules. They play a vital role in cellular respiration, where energy is produced. 

Transferases: Transferases catalyze the transfer of functional groups from one molecule to another. An example is the enzyme hexokinase, which is involved in the first step of glucose metabolism. 

Hydrolases: Hydrolases break chemical bonds through the addition of water molecules, often involved in digestion and intracellular processes. 

Lyases: Lyases cleave chemical bonds without the addition of water or the transfer of electrons, resulting in the formation of new double bonds or the introduction of functional groups. 

Isomerases: Isomerases catalyze the rearrangement of molecules, converting one isomer into another. 

Ligases: Ligases join two molecules together, using the energy from ATP hydrolysis. 

This enzyme classification helps categorize enzymes based on their specific functions and the types of reactions they facilitate. 

Functions of Enzyme

Enzymes perform a wide range of functions, each essential to the overall functioning of living organisms. Some common functions include: 

Metabolism regulation: Enzymes regulate metabolic pathways by controlling the rate and direction of biochemical reactions. 

Digestion: Enzymes such as amylase, protease, and lipase break down food molecules into smaller, more readily absorbable components. 

DNA replication and repair: Enzymes like DNA polymerase and DNA ligase ensure accurate replication and repair of DNA molecules. 

Defense mechanisms: Enzymes such as lysozyme help defend the body against bacterial and fungal infections. 

Cellular signaling: Enzymes participate in cell signaling pathways, mediating various intracellular signals and responses. 

Enzymes truly are remarkable catalysts that drive essential biochemical reactions within living organisms. From the structure and classification to the mechanism and functions, we have explored various aspects of enzymes in this article. Understanding enzymes is not only crucial in scientific research but also in appreciating the fascinating complexity of the natural world. 

Remember, enzymes are the workhorses of biology, tirelessly facilitating countless reactions that sustain life. As we continue to unravel the intricacies of enzymatic actions, our appreciation for these remarkable catalysts grows. So, the next time you enjoy a delicious meal or marvel at the wonders of DNA replication, take a moment to appreciate the underlying enzymatic magic that makes it all possible. 

This is all about Enzymes as well we have given the enzyme classification and enzyme mechanism. Enzyme reactions in detail. If you’d like to further your comprehension of related topics in a clear and concise manner, you can explore our Tutoroot blog section. If you’re looking for exceptional online tutoring to boost your academic achievements, Tutoroot is your best option. 

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What is Pectinase? Uses of Pectinase in the Food Industry

In layman’s terms, a pectinase enzyme is a group of enzymes that are further used to break down the plant cell walls made of pectin. Now, pectin is found in the middle lamella of the cell walls of a plant. It is an acidic heteropolysaccharide. Pectin is found in other forms as well, namely, protopectin, peptic acid, and pectinic acid. These forms of pectin are present in different plant tissues. Coming back to pectinase, it breaks down the pectin polymer into galacturonic acid and monomer acids. 

The uses of pectinase is very diverse in various industries. For instance, they are used in the fruit juice industry, wine industry,  food products industry, coffee and instant tea industry. When pectinase is in its alkaline form, it is also used in the paper and pulp industry. On a commercial scale, pectinase is also used as a poultry enzyme. 

Pectinase: Overview of the microbial enzyme

Enzymes are basically proteins that act as a catalyst during various reactions. Pectinase is a group of enzymes that breaks down the pectin polymer into sugar monomers. This group has various uses across multiple industries. Pectinase can be classified into three categories based on its mode of action on substrate: – 

Polygalacturonase – breaks down pectin into smaller fragments through the process of hydrolysis.

Pectinesterase – breaks down the polymer of pectin into monomers through the reactionary process of trans-elimination. 

Pectin lyase – this form of pectinase breaks down pectin through the reactionary process of de-esterification. 

Polygalacturonase (PG) and polymethyl galacturonase (PMG) are two enzymes that act on α 1→4 glycosidic bonds of polygalacturonic acid and hydrolytic cleavage, respectively. 

Moreover, Pectinase can be easily found in fruits. It acts as a natural catalyst and plays a role in fruit ripening. Pectinase is also found in microorganisms, and this pectinase is used in large scale industries. Now, because microbes have the tendency to multiply themselves, industries produce pectinase through microbes in a controlled process. 

Different types of fungus, yeast and bacteria strains are used to produce pectinase. Pectinase produced by plants has higher activity and is thus more tolerant to alkali, acid and high temperatures. On the other hand, microbes’ produced pectinase has low activity and is less tolerant to high temperatures, acid and alkali.  This is the reason why industries prefer to recombine several microbes to produce pectinase with higher activity. It produces pectinase with higher pH tolerance and temperature ranges. 

Uses of Pectinase in different industries

Pectinase is characterised by de-esterification and depolymerisation reactions. Pectinase has multiple uses and is widely accepted as a sustainable enzyme. For instance, in the feed industry, pectinase is treated to increase bio-accessibility and improve digestion and nutrition in animals. 

There are also uses of pectinase in the textile industry. This enzyme is one of the main reasons behind the unprecedented success of the textile industry. Further, pectinase is also used to extract fruit juices from several fruits, namely, apple, grape wine, grapes, raspberries, and strawberries. While fruit juice extraction, pectinase is also used to purify the juices. 

Along with this, the pectinase enzyme is also used in the treatment of wastewater. The use of pectinase enzymes don’t end here. They play a vital role in textile processing and cotton bioscouring. Since the pectinase enzyme has the ability to break down pectin, it is also used in the process of making paper. 

When pectinase is combined with lipases, hemicelluloses, amylases, and cellulases, it is also used as an alternative for caustic soda. Besides this, the pectinase enzyme is also used to ferment tea and coffee and used to extract oil. Lastly, uses of pectinase are also found in the food industry, and its usage is discussed in the later section. 

How is pectinase enzyme produced? 

Pectinase is a naturally occurring group of similar enzymes. It is present in the fruits of plants and promotes ripening. The other naturally occurring source of pectinase is microbes such as fungus, bacteria and yeast. For commercial purposes, microbes’ produced pectinase is used because it has lower activity and can be controlled by industries. There are various processes that an industry can use to produce pectinase: – 

Solid-state fermentation 

It is a process where pectinase is produced by promoting the growth on a solid surface in the absence of water. Some industries partially use water in solid-state fermentation.  To extract the pectinase enzyme, a specific amount of buffer and water is added. 

Submerged fermentation

Both solid-state fermentation and submerged fermentation can produce equally effective pectinase enzymes. In this process, industries use liquid broth to culture the organisms. Submerged fermentation releases a colossal amount of effluents.

Now that the enzyme is extracted through the process (submerged or solid-state fermentation), it is essential to purify the extracted enzyme to increase its effectiveness.  There are many ways of purification that industries may use depending on their comfortability with the process. Purification can be completed through filtration, ethanol precipitation, ammonium sulphate precipitation, dialysis, or ion-exchange chromatography.

Uses of pectinase in the food industry 

The uses of pectinase enzymes is widespread. As aforementioned, they are used in various industries, but the most prominent use is in the food industry.  Even in the natural state, pectinase found in fruits speeds up the process of ripening. Pectinase enzyme is one of the best catalysts and has multiple uses in the food industry. 

However, pectinase is not used as a single enzyme in the food industry. Instead, it is combined with amylase, like the alpha-amylase enzyme. This combination is used as a purifying agent. Both the food and wine industries use it in the processing of their products. The most extensive use of pectinase is in the processing of apple juice. After the production, apple juice often turns into a turbid plant matter. Using pectinase degrades the gums and helps in the production of clearer juice. 

Apart from this, use of pectinase is also found to soften fruits and ferment coffee and tea.

If you are searching for eco-friendly enzymatic solutions, look no further than Infinita Biotech. We provide solutions for several industries ranging from Brewery, Starch, Wine, Malt, Wastewater Treatment, and Food to Animal Feed. Our extensive expertise in the industry will help every domain associated

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🟡Master Decomposers | optimistic hat | used to look for positive outcomes

Fungi are master decomposers that keep our forests alive

Without fungi to aid in decomposition, all life in the forest would soon be buried under a mountain of dead plant matter. 

“[Fungi] are the garbage disposal agents of the natural world,” according to Cardiff University biosciences professor Lynne Boddy. “They break down dead, organic matter and by doing that they release nutrients and those nutrients are then made available for plants to carry on growing.”

“It’s how everything is reborn,” says Dunn. “So that this entire web of life is connected and it’s connected through the fungi.” In short, fungi eat death, and in doing so, create new life.

Fungi like mushrooms, mildew, mold and toadstools are not plants. They don't have chlorophyll so they can't make their own food. Fungi release enzymes that decompose dead plants and animals. Fungi absorb nutrients from the organisms they are decomposing.

When plants and animals die, they become food for decomposers like bacteria, fungi and earthworms. Decomposers or saprotrophs recycle dead plants and animals into chemical nutrients like carbon and nitrogen that are released back into the soil, air and water.

*Mycelium at part that is in fungi which grows right under the soil, which also is the first to grow of a fungi and can spread up to miles. They can't make food so they produce an enzyme "Fungal chitinases" that breakdown leaves and other litter and turn them in to matter for it and other organisms. They also can use these chemicals to defend itself and attack other organisms as well as make antibiotics, attractants and flavors.

The power of a mycelium is proportionate to its size, the bigger they are the more chemicals and energy storage they will have.

They are some of the most resilient organisms on the planet.

Fungal chitinases belong to hydrolytic enzymes with an extracellular role in chitin decomposition, where intracellularly involved in cell wall lysis and reconstruction in addition to protein DE glycosylation

"The Mycelium is the engine of the fungi, it can live for a very long time. Exploration, digestion and production are done by it.

The have one purpose, is to spread the genetics of the fungus via its spores "

The above video is quite helpful for information. Highly recommend it.

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Lysosomes are super cool!! Hydrolytic enzymes for the win

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Cereal grains consist of three parts: the embryo, the endosperm, and the fused testa-pericarp (Figure 18.9). (...) In addition to the ABA-gibberellin antagonism affecting seed dormancy, ABA inhibits the gibberellin-induced synthesis of hydrolytic enzymes that are essential for the breakdown of storage reserves in growing seedlings (see Figure 18.9).

"Plant Physiology and Development" int'l 6e - Taiz, L., Zeiger, E., Møller, I.M., Murphy, A.

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Cell theory

▪️Cell Theory:

• Schleiden and Schwann

▪️“Omnis cellula-e-cellula” : Rudolf Virchow

▪️Coined the term ‘cell’ : Robert Hooke

▪️First person to see live cells under microscope:

• Anton Van

• Leeuwenhoek

▪️Smallest cell : Mycoplasma (0.3µm)

▪️Mesosome:

• Infolding of plasma membrane in prokaryotesvesicles, tubules or lamellae

• Help in DNA replication and cell wall formation

▪️Cell envelope:

• In prokaryotic cells

• Made up of glycocalyx (slime

or capsule), cell wall and plasma membrane

▪️Plasmid

• Extra chromosomal, circular DNA in prokaryotic cells

▪️Pili and Fimbriae

• Help bacteria in attachment

▪️Prokaryotic ribosomes:

• 70S (50S and 30S)

• Polysome- several ribosomes attached to mRNA for protein synthesis

▪️Bacterial Cell wall:

• G +ve bacteria- Thick peptidoglycan and teichoic

acid

• G -ve bacteria- Thin peptidoglycan and lipopolysaccharides

▪️Peptidoglycan:

• Polymer of Cross linked monomers - Nacetylglucosamine (NAG)

• N-acetylmuramic acid (NAM) attached to peptide

▪️Fluid mosaic model:

• Singer and Nicolson

▪️Endoplasmic reticulum:

• Rough ER- Protein synthesis

• Smooth ER- Lipid synthesis

▪️Golgi Complex:

• Synthesis of glycoproteins and glycolipids

▪️Tonoplast:

• A single membrane surrounding vacuoles

Plastids

• Double membrane bound and contain extra

chromosomal DNA, 70S ribosomes

▪️Mitochondria:

• Double membrane bound and contain extra

chromosomal circular DNA, 70S ribosomes.

• Site for aerobic respiration.

▪️Leucoplasts:

• Amyloplast- store carbohydrate

• Elaioplast- store oil and fat

• Aleuroplast- store proteins

▪️Observed ribosomes for the first time:

• George Palade

▪️Eukaryotic ribosome

•80S (60S and 40S):

▪️Robert Brown:

• First described nucleus

▪️Nucleolus:

• Site for ribosomal

• RNA synthesis

• Chromatin is visible at Interphase nucleus

▪️Lysosomes:

• Contain hydrolytic enzymes

▪️Glyoxysomes

• Present in plants and some fungi

• Degradation of fats in seeds

• Glyoxalate cycle

▪️Peroxisomes

• Oxidation of long chain fatty acids

• Biosynthesis of plasmalogens

• Contains oxidative enzymes; uric acid oxidase, catalase, etc.

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Fermentation, Vol. 9, Pages 298: Isolation and Characterization of Lignocellulolytic Bacteria from Municipal Solid Waste Landfill for Identification of Potential Hydrolytic Enzyme

The utilization of lignocellulose biomass as an alternative source of renewable energy production via green technology is becoming important, and is in line with sustainable development goal initiatives. Lignocellulolytic bacteria, such as Bacillus spp., can break down biomass by producing hydrolytic enzymes, which are crucial in the successful conversion of biomass or lignocellulosic material into renewable energy. This information gave rise to this study, where municipal solid waste sediments of a sanitary municipal solid waste landfill were sampled and screened, and lignocellulolytic bacteria were isolated and characterized. Samples were taken from four different locations at the Pulau Burung landfill site in Malaysia. Lignin and starch were used as sources of carbon to identify potential bacteria that exhibit multi-enzymatic activity. The growth rate and doubling time of bacterial isolates in lignin and starch were taken as the criteria for selection. Eleven bacterial isolates were screened for cellulase activity using iodine and Congo red dyes. The cellulase activity of these isolates ranged from 0.8 to 1.7 U/mL. We carried out 16S #rRNA gene sequencing to identify the phyla of the selected bacterial isolates. Phylogenetic analysis was also conducted based on the 16S #rRNA sequences of the bacterial isolates and related Bacillus species, and a tree was generated using the Neighbor-Joining method. In this study, Bacillus proteolyticus, Bacillus Sanguinis, Bacillus spizizenii, Bacillus paramycoides, Bacillus paranthracis and Neobacillus fumarioli were identified as promising bacteria capable of expressing lignocellulolytic enzymes and degrading the lignocellulosic biomass present in municipal solid waste. https://www.mdpi.com/2311-5637/9/3/298?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=tumblr

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Organic Tea Market - Forecast (2022 - 2027)

Organic Tea Market size is estimated at $930.4 million in 2020, projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.2% during the forecast period 2021-2026. Organic tea does not utilise any chemicals such as pesticides, fungicides, or chemical fertilizers for cultivation or processing after reaping. Alternatively, reapers utilize organic techniques to produce a tenable tea crop, such as solar-actuated or gummy bug traps. Increasing demand for secure diet options is fuelling the growth of the Organic Tea Market. Further, owing to tea being a typical beverage without any considerable aftereffects and its role in decreasing surplus body fat and boosting the rate of metabolism. Ribonuclease (RNases) is a big collection of hydrolytic enzymes that degenerates ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecules. Ribonuclease mobilizes the disintegration of RNA into tinier constituents. Ribonuclease is a super-clan of enzymes that mobilize the degeneration of RNA, functioning at transcription and translation levels. Ribonucleases (RNases), which are necessary for division of RNA, could be cytotoxic owing to unwanted division of RNA in the cell. The exploration for tiny molecule inhibitors of members of the ribonuclease super-clan has evolved into a necessity with an increasing count displaying unexpected organic characteristics. Inhibitors of RNases may therefore act as possible medication contenders. Green tea catechins (GTC), specifically its primary component (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), have revealed potentiality against cell proliferation and angiogenesis brought about by various growth determinants inclusive of angiogenin, a representative of the Ribonuclease (RNase) super-clan. Atopic dermatitis is termed as Eczema. Atopic Dermatitis is typified by an itchy, red rash that generally emerges at joints in the body like knees or elbows and encompassing the neck. Dry skin is one symptom of atopic dermatitis. Though, there is no clear-cut proof, some investigations convey that consuming organic tea like black, green or oolong tea may support alleviation of symptoms. Airway Inflammation is a crucial constituent of multiple incessant airway ailments in children. The inflammatory return includes multiple diverse inflammatory cells that are inducted to and mobilized in the airways. Every one of these cells discharges diversified arbiters, which then exercise effects on the airway wall. Organic tea like ginger tea, green tea and black tea may provide alleviation against airway inflammation. The heightened awareness of healthier organic commodities compared to traditional food commodities is propelling the Organic Tea market during the forecast period 2021-2026.

Report Coverage

The report: “Organic Tea Market Forecast (2021-2026)”, by Industry ARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the Organic Tea Market. By Product Type: Green Tea, Black Tea, Oolong Tea, Fruit/Herbal Tea, Others. By Packaging: Plastic Containers, Paper Pouches, Aluminium Tins, Cartons, Tea Bags, Others. By Application: Residential, Commercial. By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, Convenience Stores, Online Stores, Others. By Geography: North America (U.S, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia & New Zealand, and Rest of Asia Pacific), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America) and Rest Of The World (Middle East, Africa).

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Key Takeaways

Organic Tea Market growth is being driven by the increasing significance of flavonoid-based diet options with antioxidant characteristics to decrease airway inflammation.

Geographically, Asia Pacific Organic Tea Market dominated the Organic Tea market share in 2020 owing to health advantages observed. Furthermore, the demand of purchasers for a genuine variety of tea with nominal chemical exposure is fuelling the Organic Tea market during the forecast period 2021-2026,

When partaken in the right quantity, organic tea can produce considerable advantageous effects on the body, like lessening airway inflammation, supporting digestion, building up the skin, assisting in losing weight, and reducing the possibility of heart ailments. These advantages are propelling the Organic Tea market during the forecast period 2021-2026.    

Organic tea commodities are utilized as a constituent in great many food and beverages. Organic tea is frequently utilized in baked commodities, confectionery commodities, and chocolate commodities. Captivating novel consumers and managing the existing consumer base through the kick-off of novel organic tea product lines is driving the Organic Tea market during the forecast period 2021-2026. 

Organic Tea Market Segment Analysis – By Product Type:

Based on Product Type, Green Tea Organic Tea Market accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2020 owing to its multiple health advantages. The presence of constituents like Camellia Sinensis in Green Tea makes it plentiful with polyphenolic catechins. Partaking green tea reduces the possibility of cardiovascular ailments and non-alcoholic fatty liver ailment and also cuts back airway inflammation. These determinants are propelling the progress of the Green Tea segment during the forecast period 2021-2026. The Herbal Tea segment is estimated to grow with the fastest CAGR of 11.8% during the forecast period 2021-2026 owing to the increasing consciousness and selection of energy-giving and augmented natural tea choices amidst people of diverse age-groups and a heightening preference for lifestyles with enhanced well-being. The boost in intake of herbal tea assortments such as ginger tea and turmeric tea amid the COVID-19 crisis is further propelling the progress of the herbal tea segment in the Organic Tea Market during the forecast period 2021-2026.

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Organic Tea Market Segment Analysis – By Distribution Channel:

Based on Distribution Channel, the Hypermarkets and Supermarkets segment dominates the Organic Tea Market in 2020 owing to the extensive assortment of organic tea varieties readily accessible to purchase in the supermarket and hypermarket stores. Different varieties of green tea are easily available in supermarkets and hypermarkets, which can be purchased and consumed to bring down airway inflammation.  The Online segment is estimated to grow with the fastest CAGR of 12.2% during the forecast period 2021-2026 owing to the equitable chance provided both to leading and small-scale organic tea makers to offer their products to the customers. Further, increasing inclination of purchasers towards online retail where commodities are available at fingertips, just a click away, especially in these challenging times of COVID-19 pandemic is supporting segment growth.

Organic Tea Market Segment Analysis – By Geography:

Based on Geography, Asia Pacific Organic Tea Market accounted for the dominant revenue share of 38% in 2020 owing to the boost in financing and augmentation by principal key players in the developing economies in this region. The Organic Tea Market is being driven in the Asia Pacific region owing to the intake of tea being part of the region’s recorded history and continues to be part of breakfast and mid-day meals. Asia Pacific is considered the biggest manufacturer of tea in conjunction with being the biggest purchaser of tea.  Diverse tea varieties are consumed in various Asia Pacific countries like India, Japan, China, South Korea, Myanmar, and Taiwan. Turmeric and ginger tea can be used to diminish airway inflammation and are the determinants fuelling the progress of the Organic Tea market in the Asia-Pacific region. The existence of key players like Unilever and Tata Group in the Asia Pacific region is further propelling the growth of the Organic Tea Market in this region. South America is estimated to grow with the fastest CAGR in the forecast period 2021- 2026, owing to the increasing preference for 100% organic tea options like yerba mate in South America. The growing adoption of true tea varieties like Camellia Sinensis based tea and other organic tea options like Guayusa are driving the growth of the Organic Tea market in the South American region during the forecast period 2021-2026.

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Organic Tea Market - Drivers

Global Preference For Organic Tea is Expected to Propel the Demand for Organic Tea:

Preferring organic tea can be a wise move owing to the reason that an organic diet is related to a decreased possibility of cancer. As per World Health Organization (WHO), cancer is a chief agent of demise globally responsible for almost 10 million deaths in 2020. The global prevalence of cancer is fuelling the Organic Tea Market. Green tea is full of flavonoids that combat cancer in the brew. They support the knocking out of the cells related with skin, breast, lung, colon, oesophageal and bladder malignant growths. Green tea includes additional compounds and characteristics termed polyphenols and catechins, which safeguard the heart and arteries, prevents heart ailment and supports the reduction of LDL cholesterol. Furthermore, opting for organic tea backs the initiative to keep the planet healthier. The health advantages of organic tea are greater owing to nil usage of artificial pesticide or herbicide silt on leaves. Drinking organic green tea can have a significantly greater antioxidants than normal green tea and offer better health advantages like reducing airway inflammation. These determinants are fuelling the growth of the Organic Tea market during the forecast period 2021-2026.

Organic Tea Market Challenges

High Cost Of Organic Tea And Growth of Organic Substitutes Like Organic Coffee, Are Restraining Market Growth:

Organic Tea is priced higher than its conventional counterparts. Organic tea brands like Numi have their products priced at towering amounts. For example: Organic Tea Gunpowder Green – Full Leaf, Loose Leaf, Temple of Heaven Green Tea, 16 Ounce Bag is priced at Rs,4,829 (Rs.1063.66 /100 g) which is high for the traditional customer. Furthermore, substitutes for tea like coffee are also emerging with their organic varieties which is restraining the Organic Tea Market. These are some of the issues challenging the organic tea market.  

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Organic Tea Market - Landscape:

The Organic Tea Market’s main strategies include innovative product launches, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and geographical expansions. Organic Tea Market top 10 companies are listed below:

Numi

Yogi Tea

Stash

Pukka

Barry’s Tea

Dilmah

Celestial Seasonings

Harny’s and Sons

The Republic of Tea

Ito EN, Inc

Organic India Pvt. Ltd.,

Acquisitions/Product Launches:

In April 2021, the Republic of Tea introduced ingenious glamorizing botanicals® Beauty Brain™ Tea. Beauty Brain™ is the earliest herbal tea in the market, particularly formulated to be advantageous for skin and brain health.

In February 2021, Numi Organic Tea kicked off the Stay Healthy Line of Functional Herbal Teas. The line is characterized by complete plant productive herbs to assist physical, emotional, and mental health.

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So, what's your body count?

The body farm at the University of Tennessee has housed more than 1800 corpses and 1700 skeletons. These bodies have been donated for the advancement of decomposition science. The bodies are exposed to several different scenarios and left to do their thing- you know rot and such. Some of the conditions replicate what would happen if a body were; locked in a trunk, submerged under water, hidden under leaf litter, run over by a lawn mower (yes this was a real study), encased in concrete, and frozen, the possibilities are endless. Studying these scenarios help researchers, coroners and crime scene investigators understand how long it takes for a body will decompose in various situations. I hope that this post will give you some insight into the stages of body decomposition and the various types of insects that help with process along the way.

The first stage of decomposition occurs shortly after death and is known as Pallor mortis. Once the heart is no longer beating, the body’s cells can no longer maintain homeostasis. This causes the skin to go pale and the body limp. Next is the onset or Algor Mortis, the corpse begins to cool down and now has a real Edward Cullen vibe and is cold to the touch. Between 20-30 minutes after death, Livor Mortis sets in, and the blood will pool into the interstitial tissues the body. Causing putrefaction of internal organs, skin staining and purple patches of skin that look like giant bruises. At this point moving a corpse can be very tricky, as the release of hydrolytic enzymes cause a loosening of the epidermis and dermis which can result in the skin slipping all over the place. In the instance where fingerprints are needed the technician wears the skin on their hands to take fingerprints. Buffalo Bill from Silence of the lambs would be proud.

During the second stage the corpse becomes a feeding ground for bacteria. Green bottle flies, flesh flies, and house flies swarm body cavities, entering the corpse, and laying their eggs. Within the first 24 hours those eggs hatch into cute little maggots that eat their way deeper into the corpse. Have you ever heard of the myth that hair and fingernails continue to grow after death? Well, in a sense they do! When your body shrinks and muscles stiffen, known as rigor mortis. They push on hair follicles and nails, which makes it look like they have grown longer.

Within a few days the feeding frenzy of fly’s and maggots leads to bloat. Maggots move as one mass over the corpse, spreading bacteria which releases gases like hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide and methane. These gases cause the corpse to swell up to twice the original size! This gas also acts as an attractant to other insects, it lets them know that the party is in full swing! With the increase of juicy fly larvae, the predatory beetles such as rove beetles, carrion beetles, hister beetles and the Devils Coach- horse beetle make their way onto the corpse, devouring maggots and laying eggs inside of the corpse. Unfortunately for the maggots there is one more party guest, the Parasitoid wasp. They are known to implant their eggs inside the maggots, who then get eaten alive from within. At this point the corpse has become both a banquet and a slaughterhouse.

After three days of decomposition, the corpse moves onto the third stage, Purge. The build- up of gases put a lot of pressure on your skin and muscle tissue. This bloating can cause the corpse to “pop”, these ruptures release gases and the liquefied internal organs start to seep out through the eyes, nose, mouth, and any other large orifice. This purge is very rich in nitrogen, so rich that the plants will all die off but in about a year the soil will be rich and ready to sustain life. At almost every stage of decomposition, the corpse has provided nutrients and a home for many insects. However, it’s not just insects that love eating a corpse, several species of fungi enjoy the chemical by-products of decaying flash as well. The two main groups are ammonia fungi, these guys feed on urine and feces, and post-putrefactive fungi that grow and feed on the corpse.

Within six months to a year, given the right conditions comes the final dry stage. The soft tissue has been consumed by animals, insects, of fungi. Leaving the corpse as nothing but a pile of cartilage, bones, and loose hanging scraps of skin.Human decomposition is a complex process with many different factors that can change the rate of decomposition. The work done at the body farm, highlights this and has allowed law enforcement and investigators to uncover some of the mysteries of death. Every stage of decomposition holds secrets and clues that provide new insights for forensic investigators.