Author

Rajavarm Ranjith Kumar1*, Saini Kiran2, Sivadevuni Girisham1 and Solipuram M. Reddy1

Abstract

Production of protease by three thermophilic fungi i.e Thermomyces lanuginosus, Talaromyces luteus and Rhizomucor pusillus under different cultural conditions was studied. Although, all the three fungi were able to secrete protease, the degree of production varied with the fungus and prevailing environmental conditions. A positive correlation could be observed between mycelial growth and protease production. No correlation could be observed between protease produced and specific activity of the enzyme. The production of protease by the fungi under investigation was proved to be adaptive.

Pages:103-107

Doi Number 10.61289/jibs2026.09.18.1196

Keywords Thermophilic, Thermomyces lanuginosus, Talaromyces luteus and Rhizomucor pusillus, protease producti