Actinomycetes in submerged culture.
The range of morphological forms of actinomycetes in shaken flask culture and fermenters is reviewed. Some of the factors that influence pellet formation and its prevention are discussed. The relationship between morphology and production of antibiotics and other metabolites is also examined.
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Division of Biosciences, Hatfield Polytechnic, UK.
D000192:Actinomycetales / Q000254:growth & development / Q000502:physiology / Q000648:ultrastructure*; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000096:biosynthesis; D001431:Bacteriological Techniques; D003470:Culture Media; D013171:Spores, Bacterial
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D003470:Culture Media