Enhancement of Growth and Paramylon Production of <i>Euglena gracilis</i> by Upcycling of Spent Tomato Byproduct as an Alternative Medium
<i>Euglena gracilis</i> (<i>E. gracilis)</i> accumulates paramylon, an immune-functional beta-glucan that can be used as a functional food. Paramylon production is strongly affected by the organic carbon source and the initial pH conditions. Food processing byproducts have at...
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MDPI AG
2021-09-01
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Series: | Applied Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/17/8182 |