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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-06-01
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Series: | Biotechnology for Biofuels |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13068-018-1180-2 |