Efficient heterologous expression of an alkaline lipase and its application in hydrolytic production of free astaxanthin

Abstract Background Astaxanthin, a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment molecule, displays strong antioxidant, anti-cancer, and immunity-enhancing properties, and is often utilized in food, biomedical, cosmetic, and other industries. Free astaxanthin has better solubility than astaxanthin esters (...

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Main Authors: Jinjin Huang, Zhen Yang, Ruiyan Zhu, Xinxin Qian, Yaqiu Wang, Ying Li, Jilun Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-06-01
Series:Biotechnology for Biofuels
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13068-018-1180-2