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  • Industrial biotechnology
  • Mycology
  • Synthetic biology

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  • Aspergillus niger is a filamentous fungus widely used as a cell factory.
  • It is a prolific producer of organic acids, proteins, enzymes, and secondary metabolites.
  • Its industrial applications generate billions of dollars annually.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state of Aspergillus niger biotechnology.
  • To highlight the impact of new technologies like genome editing and omics.
  • To discuss solutions for persistent challenges in A. niger applications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent technological advances in A. niger research.
  • Focus on organic acid production (citric, malic, gluconic, itaconic).
  • Analysis of secreted proteins and secondary metabolite applications.

Main Results:

  • A. niger is a versatile platform for biotechnological production.
  • Genome editing and omics tools offer revolutionary potential.
  • Persistent challenges include controlled growth and high-throughput screening.

Conclusions:

  • New technologies can address long-standing limitations in A. niger biotechnology.
  • Optimizing A. niger cultivation and screening is crucial for future applications.
  • Advancements promise increased efficiency and novel product development.