An efficient, fast and inexpensive method for genomic DNA extraction of fish tissue.

Background: DNA extraction is an essential step for many genetic techniques like PCR and other molecular analyses. Based on the method of extraction and type of tissue used, the quality of extracted DNA for genetic studies varies. An appropriate extraction method is evaluated by the high concentration and purity of DNA.

Traditional foodstuffs and household food security in a time of crisis.

Traditional foodstuffs play an important role in household food security. No research has, however, attempted to examine traditional foodstuffs in light of disasters and crises. Such research can provide a useful outlook on how traditional foodstuffs can aid households in a situation of disrupted food supply.

Discovery and Development of Novel Anti-fungal Peptides Against Foodspoiling Fungi.

Despite the extensive research carried out to develop natural antifungal preservatives for food applications, there are very limited antifungal agents available to inhibit the growth of spoilage fungi in processed foods. Scope and Approach: Therefore, this review summarizes the discovery and development of antifungal peptides using lactic acid bacteria fermentation to prevent food spoilage by fungi. The focus of this review will be on the identification of antifungal peptides, potential sources, the possible modes of action and properties of peptides considered to inhibit the growth of spoilage fungi.

Novel Antifungal Peptides Produced by Leuconostoc mesenteroides DU15 Effectively Inhibit Growth of Aspergillus niger.

The ability of Leuconostoc mesenteroides DU15 to produce antifungal peptides that inhibit growth of Aspergillus niger was evaluated under optimum growth conditions of 30 °C for 48 h. The cell-free supernatant showed inhibitory activity against A. niger.