Functional Characterization and Whole-Genome Analysis of an Aflatoxin-Degrading Rhodococcus pyridinivorans Strain.

ABSTRACT: Aflatoxin B₁ (AFB₁) is one of the most toxic, naturally occurring carcinogen compounds and is produced by specific strains of fungi. Crop contamination with AFB₁ can cause huge economic losses and serious health problems. Many studies have examined the microbiological degradation of AFB₁, especially the use of efficient AFB₁-degrading microorganisms, to control AFB₁ contamination. Here, we reported the identification of a new Rhodococcus pyridinivorans strain (4-4) that can efficiently degrade AFB₁ (degradation rate 84.9%). The extracellular component of this strain showed the strongest capacity to degrade AFB₁ (degradation rate 83.7%). The effects of proteinase K, SDS, temperature, pH, incubatio

SUBMITTER: Deng D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9138218 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature