Paper Key : IRJ************337
Author: Henna Rafeeq
Date Published: 11 Oct 2023
Abstract
Serratia marcescens is a Gram-negative member of the Enterobacteriaceae family, and it exhibits considerable variability in pigment production, particularly the red pigment known as prodigiosin. The production of prodigiosin is influenced by several factors, including the species type and the duration of incubation. Prodigiosin synthesis typically occurs in the later stages of bacterial growth, and while it doesn't serve any apparent physiological purpose in the organism, it has been reported to possess antimicrobial, antifungal, antiprotozoal, and antitumor properties. In terms of its antibacterial capabilities, prodigiosin from Serratia marcescens has demonstrated activity against a wide range of organisms. Furthermore, it's worth noting that when Serratia marcescens is cultured on tributyrin agar, it exhibits robust lipase production. This present study is carried out for the Antibacterial activity of prodigiosin and lipase activity of Serratia marcescens.
DOI LINK : 10.56726/IRJMETS45170 https://www.doi.org/10.56726/IRJMETS45170