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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Main Authors: Sunah Kim, Riry Wirasnita, Donghyun Lee, Jaecheul Yu, Taeho Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-09-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/11/17/8182