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Prospecting Microbial Genomes for Biomolecules and Their Applications
Vipin Chandra Kalia1, Chunjie Gong2, Ramasamy Shanmugam1
1Department of Chemical Engineering, Konkuk University, 1 Hwayang-Dong, Gwangjin-Gu, Seoul, 05029 Republic of Korea.
Indian Journal of Microbiology
|December 2, 2022
Summary
Microbial bioactive molecules offer diverse biotechnological applications. This review highlights their use in bioremediation, agriculture, food, pharmaceuticals, and health, improving bioprocess efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology and Microbiology
- Biochemistry
Background:
- Bioactive molecules derived from various microbial sources (terrestrial, marine, endophytic, human microbiome) are crucial in biotechnology.
- These molecules possess unique chemical structures that enhance bioprocess efficiency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the diverse biotechnological applications of microbial bioactive molecules.
- To explore their utility across multiple industries and human health.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of scientific publications on microbial bioactive molecules.
- Synthesis of information regarding their sources, structures, and applications.
Main Results:
- Microbial bioactive molecules are integral to advancements in bioremediation, agriculture, food technology, and pharmaceuticals.
- Their unique properties contribute significantly to improving bioprocesses and human health outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Microbial bioactive molecules are versatile and essential for numerous biotechnological innovations.
- Continued research into these molecules promises further advancements across various scientific and industrial fields.
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