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Cold temperature adaptation and growth of microorganisms.

Author(s) : BERRY E. D., FOEGEDING P. M.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The paper describes the mechanisms of adaptation to low temperatures of certain micro-organisms known as psychrophilic or psychrotropic micro-organisms. The role of phospholipids in maintaining membrane fluidity is described and a brief description of the role of enzymes is provided. Thermal shock induced by low temperatures leads to the secretion of characteristic proteins: these were investigated for Escherichia coli in particular. Psychrophilic micro-organisms are causative agents underlying spoilage of many chilled products and should be further investigated.

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  • Original title: Cold temperature adaptation and growth of microorganisms.
  • Record ID : 1999-0886
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Journal of Food Protection - vol. 60 - n. 12
  • Publication date: 1997/12
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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