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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 […]

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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 defense mechanism against pests and […]

Close up of monosodium glutamate (msg), a flavor enhancer in many Asian foods and one of the main causes of the umami and kokumi flavour sensation.

Umami – The 5th Taste

September 17, 2024 smitsa 0

Umami flavour makes for a fascinating story because of the molecular nature of this sensory sensation. For many years, it was thought to be an […]

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Protein Refolding

August 29, 2024 smitsa 0

Protein refolding refers to the process of restoring the three-dimensional shape of a protein that has been unfolded or denatured. Proteins are large molecules that […]

Cell as a mini factory

The Cell As A Mini Factory

July 8, 2024 smitsa 0

I’m always fascinated by how we have  fashioned cells into small factories. They produce a great range of products from food and beverage to pharmaceuticals. […]