Dual production of biopolymers from bacteria.
Rapid depletion of natural resources with continued demands of an increasing population and high consumption rates of today's world will cause serious problems in the future. This, along with environmental concerns, has directed research towards finding alternatives in variety of sectors including sustainable and environmentally friendly consumer goods. Biopolymers of bacterial origin, with their vast range of applications, biodegradability and eco-friendly manufacturing processes, are one of the alternatives for a more sustainable future. However, the cost of their production is a drawback. Simultaneous production processes have always been an option for researchers in order to reduce cost, but the variable requirements of microorganisms to produce both different and valuable products are a hindering factor. This review will look at some examples and identify ideas towards developing a successful strategy for simultaneous production of bio-products.
Applied Biotechnology Research Group, University of Westminster, Faculty of Science and Technology, London, UK.
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Sukan
Applied Biotechnology Research Group, University of Westminster, Faculty of Science and Technology, London, UK.
Ipsita
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Roy
Applied Biotechnology Research Group, University of Westminster, Faculty of Science and Technology, London, UK. Electronic address: T.Keshavarz@westminster.ac.uk.
Tajalli
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Keshavarz
D001419:Bacteria / Q000378:metabolism*; D001673:Biodegradation, Environmental; D001688:Biological Products / Q000378:metabolism; D001704:Biopolymers / Q000378:metabolism*; D005285:Fermentation; D007218:Industrial Microbiology / Q000191:economics / Q000379:methods*; D011091:Polyesters / Q000378:metabolism
D001688:Biological Products; D001704:Biopolymers; D011091:Polyesters
Bio-refinery; Biopolymers; Fermentation; Simultaneous