Industrial importance of the genus <Emphasis Type="BoldItalic">Brevibacterium</Emphasis>

The genus Brevibacterium has long been difficult for taxonomists to classify due to its close morphological similarity to other genera. Since it was proposed in 1953, the genus has often been redefined. The genus is best known for its important role in the ripening of certain cheeses (B. linens) and for its supposed over-production of L-amino acids. Other interesting industrial applications, including the production of ectoine, have recently been proposed. The general characteristics, the occurrence and the recent taxonomy of Brevibacterium are reviewed here. Furthermore, known and potential industrial applications for Brevibacterium species are briefly discussed.     

四氢嘧啶微生物合成与应用研究进展

极端环境微生物定义了生命的边界.为了适应各种极端环境,极端环境微生物通过合成许多独特的活性化合物来保护自己.四氢嘧啶就是其中一种代表性的保护性物质.它最早是从极端嗜盐菌中发现的,作为调节细胞渗透压的一类相容性溶质,可以帮助微生物适应高盐等恶劣环境.研究发现四氢嘧啶不仅是一种重要的渗透压调节剂,还是一种高效的生物保护剂,...