A review of the role of biosurfactants in the biodegradation of hydrophobic organopollutants: production, mode of action, biosynthesis and applications

Sánchez, Carmen

doi:10.1007/s11274-022-03401-6

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“…In particular, supplies of carbon and nitrogen are necessary for the growth of microorganisms and the synthesis of biosurfactants. The concentration of carbon sources, such as sugars, hydrocarbons, or organic acids, can also affect the synthesis of biosurfactants ( Sánchez, 2022 ). For the best biosurfactant production, some microbes favor particular carbon sources.…”

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Advancements in biosurfactant production using agro-industrial waste for industrial and environmental applications

Sundaram,

Govindarajan,

Vinayagam

et al. 2024

Front. Microbiol.

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The adverse effects of waste generation on the environment and public health have raised global concerns. The utilization of waste as a raw material to develop products with enhanced value has opened up novel prospects for promoting environmental sustainability. Biosurfactants obtained from agro-industrial waste are noteworthy due to their sustainability and environmental friendliness. Microorganisms have been employed to generate biosurfactants as secondary metabolites by making use of waste streams. The utilization of garbage as a substrate significantly reduces the expenses associated with the process. Furthermore, apart from reducing waste and offering alternatives to artificial surfactants, they are extensively employed in bioremediation, food processing, agriculture, and various other industrial pursuits. Bioremediation of heavy metals and other metallic pollutants mitigated through the use of bacteria that produce biosurfactants which has been the more recent research area with the aim of improving its quality and environmental safety. Moreover, the production of biosurfactants utilizing agricultural waste as a raw material aligns with the principles of waste minimization, environmental sustainability, and the circular economy. This review primarily focuses on the production process and various types of biosurfactants obtained from waste biomass and feedstocks. The subsequent discourse entails the production of biosurfactants derived from various waste streams, specifically agro-industrial waste.

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Advancements in biosurfactant production using agro-industrial waste for industrial and environmental applications

Sundaram,

Govindarajan,

Vinayagam

et al. 2024

Front. Microbiol.

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“…The biosynthetic pathway used by microorganisms for growth depends on the carbon source. As an example, in the case of glycolipid biosynthesis with carbohydrates serving as the only carbon source, both the lipogenic and glycolytic routes utilize carbon flow to synthesize the lipid moiety and hydrophilic part, respectively (Sánchez 2022 ). Many substrates are involved in the synthesis of biosurfactants (Fig.…”

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Biotechnological potential of microbial bio-surfactants, their significance, and diverse applications

2023

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Globally, there is a huge demand for chemically available surfactants in many industries, irrespective of their detrimental impact on the environment. Naturally occurring green sustainable substances have been proven to be the best alternative for reducing reliance on chemical surfactants and promoting long-lasting sustainable development. The most frequently utilized green active biosurfactants, which are made by bacteria, yeast, and fungi, are discussed in this review. These biosurfactants are commonly originated from contaminated sites, the marine ecosystem, and the natural environment, and it holds great potential for environmental sustainability. In this review, we described the importance of biosurfactants for the environment, including their biodegradability, low toxicity, environmental compatibility, and stability at a wide pH range. In this review, we have also described the various techniques that have been utilized to characterize and screen the generation of microbial biosurfactants. Also, we reviewed the potential of biosurfactants and its emerging applications in the foods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural industries. In addition, we also discussed the ways to overcome problems with expensive costs such as low-cost substrate media formulation, gravitational techniques, and solvent-free foam fractionation for extraction that could be employed during biosurfactant production on a larger scale.

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“…Biosurfactants are amphiphilic compounds synthesized by plants, bacteria, and filamentous fungi as secondary metabolites, are becoming increasingly popular in industrial production, and have the potential to replace fossil-driven surfactants [1][2][3][4][5][6]. According to their chemical properties, biosurfactants can be divided into five main categories: lipopeptides, fatty acids, biopolymers, phospholipids, and glycolipids [7,8].…”

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Promising Application, Efficient Production, and Genetic Basis of Mannosylerythritol Lipids

Liu,

Liu

2024

Biomolecules

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Mannosylerythritol lipids (MELs) are a class of glycolipids that have been receiving increasing attention in recent years due to their diverse biological activities. MELs are produced by certain fungi and display a range of bioactivities, making them attractive candidates for various applications in medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology. Despite their remarkable qualities, industrial-scale production of MELs remains a challenge for fungal strains. Excellent fungal strains and fermentation processes are essential for the efficient production of MELs, so efforts have been made to improve the fermentation yield by screening high-yielding strains, optimizing fermentation conditions, and improving product purification processes. The availability of the genome sequence is pivotal for elucidating the genetic basis of fungal MEL biosynthesis. This review aims to shed light on the applications of MELs and provide insights into the genetic basis for efficient MEL production. Additionally, this review offers new perspectives on optimizing MEL production, contributing to the advancement of sustainable biosurfactant technologies.

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A review of the role of biosurfactants in the biodegradation of hydrophobic organopollutants: production, mode of action, biosynthesis and applications

Cited by 30 publications

References 163 publications

Advancements in biosurfactant production using agro-industrial waste for industrial and environmental applications

Advancements in biosurfactant production using agro-industrial waste for industrial and environmental applications

Biotechnological potential of microbial bio-surfactants, their significance, and diverse applications

Promising Application, Efficient Production, and Genetic Basis of Mannosylerythritol Lipids

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