ISSN:
1476-5535
Keywords:
Fermentation
;
Nocardia
;
Bioconversion
;
Avermectin
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Nutrition Technology
Notes:
Summary The bioconversion of avermectin to its 27-hydroxy derivative is achieved withNocardia autotrophica subsp.canberrica. The approach of increasing bioconversion productivity rather than efficiency was adopted in these studies. Process improvement studies focused on the physico-chemical conditions of the fermentation, examined initially at the shake-flask scale. Bioconversion yields were affected by pH, substrate concentration, time of substrate addition, substrate solubilization, carbon to nitrogen ratio, and medium strength. Optimization of these parameters resulted in a 8-fold process improvement. During pre scale-up studies, the sensitivity of this bioconversion to the antifoam employed was demonstrated and lard oil was selected as giving the best results. Additional process changes were required during scale-up efforts in larger vessels, including replacement of the original substrate solvent with dimethylsulfoxide.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01575874
