Baita Nafisa

Valorization of Wheat Bran for PHBV Copolymer Production by Bacillus subtilis SMI3: Optimization, Structural Characterization, and Biodegradability

Mukhtar Sa’adatu Ismail, Bukar Aminu, Yahaya Sani, A. M. Magashi, Muhammed Yahuza Gimba, Salisu Nainna Zainab, Yusuf Saadatu Abba & Baita Nafisa · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2026

Background: Selecting an appropriate microbial host is as critical as choosing a suitable feedstock. Gram-negative bacteria such as Cupriavidus necator are known for their high polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) yields; however, the presence of lipopolysaccharide endotoxins complicates do...