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Hiochi Bacteria

February 3, 2025 smitsa 0

Hiochi bacteria (Lactobacillus homohiochi) are spoilage microorganisms primarily associated with the deterioration of acidic foods and beverages, especially sake. These bacteria are thermophilic (heat-loving) and […]

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Charqui

December 18, 2024 smitsa 1

Charqui is a traditional fermented, salted and sun-dried meat product largely consumed in Brazil. Its preservation is based on the application of the hurdle technology, […]

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What is RNA (Ribonucleic Acid)?

December 13, 2024 smitsa 0

RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) is a molecule essential to many biological processes, acting primarily as a messenger and functional molecule in cells. While it shares some […]

DNA, RNA - sequences for Bioinformatics. Recombinant DNA, Next-Generation Sequencing. Non-coding RNA

What is Non-Coding RNA (ncRNA)?

December 12, 2024 smitsa 0

Non-coding RNA (ncRNA) refers to RNA molecules that are transcribed from DNA but do not encode proteins. Instead, they perform a variety of regulatory, structural, […]

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Pseudomonas denitrificans

November 12, 2024 smitsa 0

Pseudomonas denitrificans is a species of bacterium that belongs to the genus Pseudomonas, a group of Gram-negative, aerobic bacteria known for their versatility in metabolism […]

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Bacillus megaterium

November 10, 2024 smitsa 0

Bacillus megaterium is a species of Gram-positive, rod-shaped, spore-forming bacterium. It is part of the Bacillus genus, which includes a number of bacteria known for […]

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Penicillium bilaiae

November 5, 2024 smitsa 1

Penicillium bilaiae is a naturally occurring soil fungus known for its ability to improve the availability of phosphorus to plants. It’s used in agricultural settings […]

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Bradyrhizobium japonicum

November 1, 2024 smitsa 0

Bradyrhizobium japonicum is a species of bacteria that plays a significant role in the nitrogen-fixing symbiosis with legumes, particularly soybeans. Here are some key points […]

Glycoalkaloids in potatoes. Green potatoes.

The Glycoalkaloids in Potatoes

November 1, 2024 smitsa 0

Glycoalkaloids are natural compounds found in potatoes, primarily in the form of solanine and chaconine. These compounds serve as a defence mechanism against pests and […]