MICROBIAL DEGRADATION OF VOLATILE SULFUR COMPOUNDS: A CASE STUDY ON 2-FURANMETHANETHIOL
Bildiriler > Tam Metin Bildiri · 2025
Yazarlar: Güven ÖZDEMİR, Hande Ünlü, Selin Sarıçayır
MacroFrontiers 2025. 3rd International Conference on Macromolecular Compounds, Azerbaycan, Bakü, Uluslararası, Sözlü Sunum, Tam Metin Bildiri, 2025-2025, ss 872-882
DOI: DOI: 10.32010/PAHTEI30062025-0873
Özet
<p>Objective: Thiols, or mercaptans, are highly toxic and odorous chemicals commonly found in industrial and agricultural settings. Among these, 2-furanmethanethiol is particularly concerning due to its strong odor and toxicity. This study investigates the degradation of 2-furanmethanethiol using microbial strains isolated from natural environments. Methods: Samples were collected from pig feces (adult and infant) and activated sludge. Six bacterial strains were isolated and identified, including Bacillus toyonensis, Shewanella sp., Myroides injenensis, Pseudomonas sp., Acinetobacter sp., and Proteus vulgaris. Highperformance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analyses were used to evaluate their degradation efficiency. Results: P. vulgaris, Pseudomonas sp., and Acinetobacter sp. degraded nearly 100% of 2- furanmethanethiol within 48 hours, while the other strains achieved similar efficiency within 72 hours. The results highlight the potential of these bacterial strains for targeted biodegradation. Conclusion: This study underscores the importance of optimizing microbial activity under controlled conditions to ensure effective large-scale bioremediation. The findings provide insights into the role of microbial communities in reducing environmental pollution and improving air quality. </p>