Optimization of the production of the new biosurfactant ananatoside by the bacterium Pantoea ananatis

Surfactants are chemical compounds used as active ingredients in a large array of products, such as soaps and detergents. However, they can become pollutants and toxicants, and their production is not sustainable (derived from petrochemical processes). One attractive alternative is the use of biological surfactants from microbial origin. We have identified a promising new biosurfactants called ananatosides. This is project will aim in optimizing the production by the producing microorganism, the bacterium Pantoea ananatis, to ultimately develop of commercial process. A collection of strains will be investigated to identify the best producer and the culture conditions will be improved to maximize the yields.

Faculty Supervisor:

Eric Deziel

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Partner:

Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Biotechnology; Clean Technology; Biomanufacturing

University:

Université du Québec : Institut national de la recherche scientifique

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