Statistical optimization of pectinases from thermophilic Aspergillus fumigatus BT-4 employing response surface methodology through submerged fermentation using agricultural wastes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In this study, thermophilic pectinase-producing strains were isolated. Among all the isolates, strain No. 4 was identified as Aspergillus fumigatus BT-4 based on its morphology and 18 S rDNA analysis. This strain was employed to screen various fermentation media to enhance pectinase production. Pectinases are crucial enzymes with significant industrial applications, particularly in the food and textile industries. Identifying efficient pectinase producers and optimizing their production processes are essential for improving industrial applications.

Results

Maximum pectinase production was observed using 1% grapefruit peel in M5 media. Shake flask kinetics demonstrated the highest values of specific rate constant (qp), specific growth rate (µ), product yield coeffi

SUBMITTER: Ali I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11699716 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature