JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
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2026
·Vol. 91
·期 9
·e71489
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IF 4.1
Hui Ma,Zhenghang Xu,Erhu Li
The processing of edible lily generates substantial waste, including root remnants, fibrous roots, and bulb fragments, the improper disposal of which poses significant environmental risks. Consequently, the effective valorization of these by-products represents a critical challenge. In this study, a high cellulase-producing strain of Bacillus velezensis was isolated from lily bulbs, and its enzymatic capacity was harnessed to convert insoluble dietary fiber (IDF) present in lily waste into soluble dietary fiber (SDF), which is more readily absorbed by the human body. The results revealed that the SDF content increased from 6.49% to 13.92%, accompanied by elevated levels of functional monosaccharides, including fucose, galactose, and mannose. SEM and FT-IR analyses demonstrated that the fermentation process disrupted the dense microstructure of the dietary fiber and gave rise to a honeycomb-like morphology. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and x-ray diffraction (XRD) data further indicated that the crystallinity of the treated dietary fiber increased from 13.08% to 20.18%. Moreover, the functional properties—specifically the hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects—as well as the antioxidant activity of the fermented fiber were superior to those of the untreated counterpart. These findings demonstrated that treatment of lily waste with B. velezensis effectively modified the structural and functional attributes of dietary fiber, thereby enhancing the utilization value of lily processing by-products.
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JOURNAL OF BIOSCIENCE AND BIOENGINEERING
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2019
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IF 2.032
Lin Huang,Di Meng,Qiaopeng Tian,Shaolan Yang,Huaxiang Deng,Zhengbing Guan,Yujie Cai,Xiangru Liao
Recently, residual plasticizer phthalate esters (PAEs) in the different environments pose a serious health threat to humans and mammals. Biodegradation has been considered a promising and eco-friendly way to eliminate PAEs. In this study, a gene ( baces04 ) encoding the novel PAEs hydrolase , carboxylesterase (BaCEs04), was screened from the genome of Bacillus velezensis SYBC H47 via bioinformatics analysis. Then, baces04 was cloned and expressed in Escherichia coli BL21 (DE3). BaCEs04 belonged to the esterase family VI. It contained a conserved domain (Gly 159 -His 160 -Ser 161 -Leu 162 -Gly 163 ) and a typical serine hydrolase catalytic site (Ser 161 -Asp 204 -His 261 ). The characterization of BaCEs04 showed that the activity was optimal at 60°C and pH 7.5. This enzyme also displayed high resistance to metal ions, organic solvents , and detergents. After treatment with BaCEs04 for 5 h, the degradation ratio of four different 1 mM PAEs, including dimethyl phthalate, diethyl phthalate, dipropyl phthalate, and dibutyl phthalate, was 32.4%, 50.5%, 77.9%, and 86.8%, respectively. The degradation products of four PAEs were identified as their corresponding monoalkyl phthalates. This is the first report that family VI esterase displaying PAE-hydrolysis activity. This study also proved that BaCEs04 could be used as an ideal candidate for the application in bioremediation and industry.
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Food Bioscience
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2024
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Xiaohan Wei,Jie Hao,Kexin Xiong,Hui Guo,Siyu Xue,Yiwei Dai,Yujiao Zhang,Yingxi Chen,Sufang Zhang
Kiwifruit, a climacteric-fruit susceptible to rapid deterioration, attains considerable value upon transformation into kiwifruit wine, thereby increasing its added value. However, a noteworthy challenge arises from its high pectin content, which negatively affects byproduct quality, necessitating pectinase treatment during processing. Commercial pectinases exhibit heightened pectin esterase activity, giving rise to safety apprehensions due to augmented methanol content during kiwifruit pectin hydrolysis. In this study, Bacillus velezensis W17-6 was screened for its high pectinase activity coupled with low pectin esterase activity. The resultant crude pectinase named PBV was acquired through fed-batch-fermentation and partial purification. Subsequently, PBV was deployed in the fermentation of Xuxiang kiwifruit wine, and its impact on overall quality was assessed through diverse analyses. The results indicated that Xuxiang kiwifruit wine with PBV treatment outperformed counterparts treated with commercial pectinases. PBV treatment not only yielded superior clarity (83.75% ± 0.47%) and juice yield (81.60% ± 0.47%) but also increased the total flavonoids content in Xuxiang kiwifruit wine by 1.2 times compared to commercial pectinase. Notably, the methanol content of PBV-treated Xuxiang kiwifruit wine was significantly lower at 36.13 ± 1.83 mg/L than that of wines treated with two commercial pectinases. PBV-treated kiwifruit wine also exhibited elevated concentrations of volatile compounds such as phenethyl alcohol, ethyl undecanoate, lauric aldehyde, isobutyric acid, and myrcene. Impressively, PBV-treated kiwifruit wine surpassed other wines in both electronic and artificial sensory analyses. In summary, PBV exhibits substantial potential in the production of low-methanol, high-quality kiwifruit wine, enhancing the flavor and nutritional value while minimizing methanol production and improving the safety profile.
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
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2025
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Xiaoying Xie,Kexiu Lin,Qi Gao,Mingguo Jiang,Yan Zhou
Banana anthracnose, caused by Colletotrichum musae , is one of the most severe fungal diseases affecting banana production and has led to significant economic losses in the banana industry. In this study, Bacillus velezensis strain GX0003742 was found to release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) with strong antifungal activity, achieving up to 80 % control efficacy against post-harvest banana anthracnose. A total of multiple VOCs was identified via GC–MS analysis, among which ten exhibited inhibitory effects on C. musae . Notably, 2-nonanol and citronellol showed inhibition rates exceeding 50 %, with IC₅₀ values of 11.45 μL/L and 14.89 μL/L, and minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 2.70 μL/L and 3.95 μL/L, respectively. Fluorescence staining revealed that both compounds significantly disrupted fungal cell wall integrity, altered membrane permeability, and induced abnormal accumulation of mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (ROS), ultimately leading to programmed cell death of the hyphae. Molecular docking analysis showed that both VOCs could bind to chitin synthase and potentially interfere with its function. In addition, 2-nonanol and citronellol effectively maintained banana fruit quality and triggered the accumulation of defense- and antioxidant-related enzymes, thereby activating defense responses and enhancing host resistance against pathogens. Overall, this study is the first to identify 2-nonanol and citronellol from B. velezensis GX0003742 and to elucidate their dual roles in direct antifungal activity and the induction of host resistance. These findings provide new theoretical insights and biological strategies for the eco-friendly management of banana anthracnose.
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APPLIED BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
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2020
·Vol. 192
·期 3
·935-951
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Guo Zongren,Long Liangkun,Ding Shaojun
L-Ribulose and L-ribose are two high-value unnatural sugars that can be biosynthesized by sugar isomerases. In this paper, an L-arabinose isomerase (BvAI) from Bacillus velezensis CICC 24777 was cloned and overexpressed in Escherichia coli BL21 (DE3) strain. The maximum activity of recombinant BvAI was observed at 45 °C and pH 8.0, in the presence of 1.0 mM Mn 2+ . Approximately 207.2 g/L L-ribulose was obtained from 300 g/L L-arabinose in 1.5 h by E. coli harboring BvAI. In addition, approximately 74.25 g/L L-ribose was produced from 300 g/L L-arabinose in 7 h by E. coli co-expressing BvAI and L-RI from Actinotalea fermentans ATCC 43279 (AfRI). This study provides a feasible approach for producing L-ribose from L-arabinose using a co-expression system harboring L-Al and L-RI.
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FOOD AND CHEMICAL TOXICOLOGY
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2024
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Junxia Liu,Peng Li,Xiao Li,Yanli Xie,Fred Mwabulili,Shumin Sun,Yuhui Yang,Weibin Ma,Qian Li,Hang Jia
Deoxynivalenol (DON) contamination in cereals and their products poses a potential threat to animal and human health, however, physical and chemical detoxification methods deplete nutrients and cannot specifically remove DON. This study aims to identify novel and efficient DON-degrading enzymes, providing practical support for their application in biodegradation. A novel DON-degrading aldo-keto reductase named AKR11A2 was identified from Bacillus velezensis Vel-HNGD-F2 through BlastP comparison. AKR11A2, an enzyme with a molecular mass of 34.8 kDa encoded by a 933 bp gene, exhibited optimal activity at pH 9 and 40°C, while demonstrating remarkable thermal and alkaline stability by retaining over 90% of its activity. UPLC-MS/MS analysis revealed that the m/z of the DON degradation product was 295.1, identified as 3- epi -DON, formed through the direct isomerization of DON. Notably, zebrafish experiments demonstrated that the liver toxicity of the degradation product was significantly lower than that of DON. AKR11A2 effectively degraded 50.69% of the DON in contaminated corn, highlighting its practical application in food safety. These findings indicate that the study achieved the biodegradation of DON and provide a promising theoretical and technological support for the application of DON detoxifying enzymes in food and feed products.
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Marine Drugs
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2025
·Vol. 23
·期 8
·294
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IF 5.4
Jing Lu,Pujing Shi,Yutian Cao,Bingxin Shi,Huilin Shen,Shuai Zhao,Yuchen Gao,Huibing Chi,Lei Wang,Yawei Shi
Mussels are nutrient-rich but perishable, resulting in substantial resource loss. A protease-producing strain (Bacillus velezensisZ-1,Mytilus edulis) isolated from marine sludge was used to hydrolyze mussels, producing Y-1, a hydrolysate with antioxidant activity. In this study, ultrafiltration, gel chromatography, and LC-MS/MS were employed to isolate and identify bioactive peptides from the hydrolysate. The results revealed that the hydrolysate exhibited antioxidant activity, pancreatic cholesterol esterase inhibitory activity, pancreatic lipase inhibitory activity, and α-glucosidase inhibitory activity. Molecular docking using AutoDock Tools 1.5.6 was performed to analyze the interactions of peptides with CD38 and Keap1, leading to the identification of five potentially bioactive peptides: VPPFY, IMLFP, LPFLF, FLPF, and FPRIM. These peptides formed hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions with CD38 and Keap1, demonstrating strong DPPH radical scavenging and superoxide anion radical scavenging capacities. This study highlights the multifunctional bioactive potential of these peptides, offering insights into their therapeutic applications. The findings provide a novel approach for the effective utilization of mussel resources and highlight their potential application value in the development of functional foods.
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PLANT DISEASE
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2025
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Tu-Hong Wang,Miss Jingjing Qin,Jinhui Yang,Yu Gao,Miss Wenting Li,Zhiqiang Song,Hua Liu,Jianhong Yan,Wenqiao Deng,Huajiao Qiu,Y. Cheng
Pepper southern blight, caused by Agroathelia rolfsii (Sacc.) Redhead & Mullineux (syn. Sclerotium rolfsii Sacc.), is a serious soil-borne fungal disease. The overuse of chemical pesticides to control this disease has led to pathogen resistance and environmental pollution, making biological control methods a more sustainable alternative. In this study, a strain SEC-482 with significant antagonistic effect against A. rolfsii was isolated from the rhizosphere soil of peppers. It was identified as Bacillus velezensis through morphological, physiological, biochemical and molecular analyses. The strain showed a high inhibition rate of 76.44% ± 0.37% against A. rolfsii in vitro and a control effect of 72.73% on pepper southern blight in pot experiments. Furthermore, it was observed to have a favourable impact on the growth of pepper plants. The genome sequencing and analysis revealed many genes related to antibiosis and growth promotion, as well as 14 secondary metabolite synthesis gene clusters. The strain's volatile organic compounds (VOCs), such as 2,6-diethylpyrazine, isobutyric acid and 3,4-diaminophenol, 3,5-dimethyl-1-prop-2-ynyl-pyrazole, were identified as the main antimicrobial substances. This study demonstrates that B. velezensis SEC-482 has potential for the biological control of pepper southern blight, laying a foundation for subsequent field trials to confirm its practical application value. The identification of VOCs and the exploration of the strain’s fermentation conditions provide valuable insights into its potential applications in sustainable agricultural practices.
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WORLD JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY & BIOTECHNOLOGY
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2025
·Vol. 41
·期 10
·1-17
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Li Jiaoqing,Huang Guohao,Zeng Jie,Wang Xiaodong,Wang Tan,Li Lin
The carbamate pesticide carbaryl poses significant ecological and health risks due to its widespread misuse and improper long-term disposal. In this study, we engineered a novel bacterial carbaryl-degrading esterase to enhance enzymatic activity, thermostability, and carbaryl degradation through semi-rational design and whole-cell biocatalysis strategies. An esterase, designated Est03320, was identified from Bacillus velezensis MB01B. Phylogenetic analysis revealed it resides in a distinct clade. However, it contains a catalytic domain similar to those of the well-characterized carbaryl-hydrolyzing esterase CarH and the chlorpyrifos-degrading esterase MPH. Est03320 was expressed and purified from Escherichia coli BL21(DE3) cells, demonstrating high hydrolytic activity against short-chain p -nitrophenyl esters and carbaryl. The enzyme exhibits an optimum pH of 6.5 and an optimal temperature of 25 °C, with a K m of 139.70 µM and a V max of 29.47 µM/min. The mutant Est03320-L230G, engineered through a combined semi-rational design and site-directed mutagenesis approach, exhibited a 68.7% increase in enzymatic activity toward the substrate p -nitrophenyl acetate, an extended half-life at 25 °C from 13.6 h to 40.6 h, and a 96.5% enhancement in carbaryl degradation efficiency. To construct a whole-cell biocatalyst, this mutant esterase was further fused with the autotransporter EhaA and displayed on the surface of engineered Pseudomonas sp. MB04R-14-03320-L230G-EhaA cells. The resulting biocatalyst showed high efficiency in degrading and mineralizing carbaryl, retaining over 83% of its activity after five consecutive degradation cycles. This integrated approach significantly enhances both enzymatic performance and reusability, offering a sustainable and effective approach for mitigating carbaryl pollution and advancing environmental protection.
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INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
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2020
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IF 4.244
Mi Wei,Meng Zhang,Guobing Huang,Yuanyuan Yuan,Chunhua Fu,Longjiang Yu
The potentiality of PGPR and biocontrol bacteria in agriculture is steadily increased as it offers an attractive way to replace the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides and other supplements. This study aimed to investigate the effects and potential mechanism of inoculation with two Bacillus velezensis strains on the growth and quality improvement of Anoectochilus roxburghii (Wall.) Lindl. (MRH) and Anoectochilus formosanus (Wall.) Lindl. (YYB). The control treatment was non-inoculated (CK) and the coculture treatments were inoculated with Bacillus velezensis D2WM (D2), Bacillus velezensis ZJ-11 (ZJ-11), Bacillus velezensis D2WM and Bacillus velezensis ZJ-11 (D2+ZJ-11). The fresh weight, plant length, amount of active compounds, as well as chlorophyll content were significantly increased under D2, ZJ-11, and D2+ZJ-11 treatments compared with MRH and YYB plants in CK. In particular, D2+ZJ-11 treatment resulted in the greatest growth promotion. In MRH and YYB plants, the fresh weight increased by 82.6 % and 106.6 %, the kinsenoside content increased by 9.33 % and 21.65 % per gram, and the flavonoid content increased by 44.70 % and 21.07 % per gram, respectively. D2WM and ZJ-11 were capable of secreting siderophore, phytase, indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), and zeatin to promote plant nutrient assimilation and growth. Moreover, when D2WM and ZJ-11 were both inoculated with Anoectochilus roxburghii , the rhizosphere soil enzyme activities of urease, phosphatase, and invertase were significantly higher than control, thus helped to provide more nutrients to Anoectochilus . Further, the analysis of microbial community diversity indicated the increase of abundance of beneficial microorganisms, such as nitrogen-fixing bacteria, Basidiomycota and Ascomycota both of which are known to fuel their plant partners with mineral nutrients from the soil. Additionally, the abundance of pathogens belonging to Xanthobacteraceae as well as Cladophialophora and Penicillium were reduced. Hence, coculture with beneficial microorganisms can improve the growth and quality of Anoectochilus plants via promoting nutrient assimilation and regulating rhizosphere microbial community. This technique is of great application value in promoting the efficient cultivation and production of high-quality plant materials.
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FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
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2023
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Lili Yun,Meiru Kang,Yihao Shen,Junchang Feng,Guokun Yang,Jianxin Zhang,Xiaolin Meng,Xulu Chang
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation with Bacillus velezensis R-71003 combined with sodium gluconate on antioxidant capacity, immune response and resistance against Aeromonas hydrophila in common carp . In addition, the biocontrol potential of the secondary metabolites of B. velezensis R-71003 was also evaluated to analyze the possible mechanism of B. velezensis R-71003 against A. hydrophila . The results indicated that the antibacterial crude extract of B. velezensis R-71003 can destroy the cell wall of A. hydrophila . Moreover, the results showed that dietary B. velezensis R-71003 could promote antioxidant capacity, which significantly increased the activities of CAT and SOD and decreased the content of MDA. Additionally, B. velezensis R-71003 supplementation significantly enhanced the immunity of common carp, as measured by the mRNA expression levels of cytokine-related genes ( TNF-α , TGF-β , IL-1β and IL-10 ). In addition, dietary B. velezensis R-71003 exhibited an upregulation of IL-10 and a downregulation of IL-1β, coupled with higher survival rates when challenged with A. hydrophila compared to the positive group. Furthermore, compared to prechallenge, the mRNA expression levels of TLR-4 , MyD88 , IRAK1 , TRAF6 , TRIF and NF-κB in the head kidney of common carp were significantly increased after challenge. The fish fed the B. velezensis R-71003 diet showed lower expression of TLR-4 , MyD88 , IRAK1 , TRAF6 , TRIF and NF-κB after the challenge than those fed the control diet. Thus, this study revealed that B. velezensis R-71003 can improve the resistance of common carp to pathogenic bacteria by destroying bacterial cell walls and improving fish immunity by activating the TLR4 signaling pathway . Importantly, this study indicated that sodium gluconate has a positive effect on B. velezensis R-71003 in enhancing the anti-infection ability of common carp. The results of this study will lay the foundation for the application of B. velezensis R-71003 in combination with sodium gluconate as an alternative to antibiotics in aquaculture.
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AMB Express
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2019
·Vol. 9
·期 1
·1-11
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IF 2.226
Guo Zongren,Long Liangkun,Ding Shaojun
d -Mannose and l -ribose are two important monosaccharides, which have attracted public attention recently because of their great application potentials in food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. Sugar isomerases catalyze the sugar isomerization and therefore can be used as the biocatalysts for production of the high-value sugars from inexpensive sugars. l -arabinose isomerase catalyzes the conversion of l -arabinose to l -ribulose, while d -lyxose isomerase catalyzes l -ribulose and d -fructose to l -ribose and d -mannose, respectively. In this paper, a putative d -LI from Bacillus velezensis (BvLI) was identified, characterized and used to produce d -mannose and l -ribose from d -fructose and l -arabinose, respectively. The recombinant BvLI exhibited a maximum activity at 55 °C and pH 6.5, in the presence of 0.1 mM Co 2+ . Approximately 110.75 g/L d -mannose was obtained from 500 g/L d -fructose in 6 h by the recombinant BvLI, and approximately 105 g/L l -ribose was obtained from 500 g/L l -arabinose in 8 h by the successive biocatalysis of l -arabinose isomerase from Bacillus licheniformis (BlAI) and BvLI.
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